Origin: Greek prefix anti-
Antiquarian has 5 different meanings across 2 categories:
an expert or collector of antiquities
"After years of scouring estate sales, the dedicated antiquarian finally acquired a rare first edition of Shakespeare's plays."
A collector or student of, or expert in, antiquities or antiques.
"The local museum hired an experienced antiquarian to authenticate the rare pottery found during last week's excavation."
of or relating to persons who study or deal in antiques or antiquities
"The museum hired an antiquarian to verify the provenance of the newly acquired collection before it went on display."
of or relating to antiques or antiquities
"The antique shop owner was an expert antiquarian who could instantly identify a genuine 18th-century porcelain vase from a modern reproduction."
Pertaining to antiquaries, or to antiquity.
"The museum's new wing is dedicated entirely to antiquarian artifacts from the ancient world."