Egyptologist
/ˌiːdʒɪpˈtɑːlədʒɪst/
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Pro Tip 1/3Specialist Field
Use 'egyptologist' to refer to specialists in the specific field of Egyptian studies. 
She is an egyptologist with a focus on the New Kingdom era.
Pro Tip 2/3Academic Context
'Egyptologist' often implies an academic or archaeological background, not just casual interest. 
He became an egyptologist after completing his PhD at the University of Oxford.
Pro Tip 3/3Professional Engagement
An egyptologist typically engages in scholarly activities, such as research or teaching. 
The egyptologist presented her findings at the international conference.