ˈan ə lə̇st noun
( -s )
Etymology: probably from analyze, after such pairs as English Latinize: Latinist
: a person who analyzes or who is skilled in analysis: as
a. : one whose occupation is the making of analyses of the chemical, physical, or other properties of a substance or product
b. : a columnist or commentator who specializes in interpreting social and political developments
c. : psychoanalyst
d. : statistician