antiquarian

 
Pronunciation: /ˌantɪˈkwɛːrɪən/

adjective

  • 1relating to or dealing in antiques or rare books: antiquarian booksellers
  • 2relating to the study of antiquities.

noun

  • a person who studies or collects antiques or antiquities.

Derivatives

antiquarianism

noun

Origin:

early 17th century: from Latin antiquarius (see antiquary)