Librarian definition

lī-brârē-ən
librarians
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A person who is a specialist in library work.
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A library worker trained in library science.
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A person in charge of a library.
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The definition of a librarian is a person trained in library science.

An example of a librarian is the person in charge at your local public library.

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The keeper, manager of a library.
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One who cares for the publications, files etc. in a library, whether staff or volunteer.
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A person who is responsible for a collection of specialized or technical information or materials, such as musical scores or computer documentation.
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A person who processes and organizes information.
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Noun

Singular:
librarian
Plural:
librarians

Origin of librarian

  • library +"Ž -an. First attested around 1710.

    From Wiktionary

Librarian Sentence Examples

  • Cynthia's widowed mother was a librarian in a small Indiana town.

  • He was educated at the university and was librarian from 1697 to 1701.

  • Ask the librarian to help you should you need assistance.

  • Williams. From 1867 to 1871 he was state librarian of Kentucky.

  • Adults should review the books in advance or ask a librarian, teacher, or counselor for advice.

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