expositor
Translation
expositor, expounder, interpreter, commentator
Examples
He is a renowned expositor of scripture.
He is a renowned expositor of scripture.
Grammar Patterns
((an expositor)) ((of sth.)) a person who explains (sth.) He is a renowned expositor of scripture.
Similar Words
Synonyms: interpreter, commentator, analyst, explainer
Etymology
From Latin 'exponere' (to set forth, explain), from 'ex-' (out) + 'ponere' (to place). An expositor 'places out' or explains ideas.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'expositor' as someone who 'exposes' the true meaning of a text.