log insign up- A person who collects and studies postage stamps, covers, and other related items as a hobby or academic pursuit, with a focus on their historical, cultural, and artistic aspects.
As a philatelist, he enjoyed collecting stamps from all over the world and learning about their historical significance.
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The word ‘philatelist‘ comes from Greek ‘philos,‘ meaning loving or fond of, and ‘ateleia,‘ meaning tax exemption, in reference to the fact that postage stamps are exempt from taxes.