oldscholar
nounUK /ˌəʊld ˈskɒlə/
US /ˌoʊld ˈskɑːlər/
A wise old person who has studied and learned many things.
The old scholar spent his days reading ancient books in the library.
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2. A person who has studied a subject for a very long time and knows it deeply.
She was an old scholar of medieval history and could name every king.
3. A senior student or researcher at a university.
The old scholar mentored the younger students in the department.
4. A respected expert whose knowledge comes from years of experience.
Villagers came to the old scholar for advice on farming and weather.