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Definition of tattooist

tattooist

/tæˈtuː.ɪst/
tat · too · ist
Plural:tattooists
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• noun

1

A person who designs and applies permanent tattoos to the skin as a profession or craft.

Example

"She consulted an experienced tattooist to design a custom botanical illustration for her shoulder."

Synonyms
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• Rhymes for tattooist

• Nearby Words

tattletale
tattoo
tattooer
tattooist
tatty
tau
taughannock

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the late 19th century from the noun "tattoo" (borrowed from Polynesian languages such as Tahitian "tatau", meaning to mark or strike) plus the agentive suffix "-ist".

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tattooist. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tattooist
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