arabist

noun

1. A scholar who studies Arab or Arabic culture, politics, or language.
2. (historical)One who followed the Arabic system of medicine or (more broadly) scholarship.
3. One that wants to spread Arabic culture; an Arab nationalist.

adj

1. Pertaining to Arabism; medieval Arabic scholarship.
2. Pertaining to the study of Arabic language or culture.
3. Pertaining to Arab nationalism; promoting Arab interests.

   “Two of the most influential Arabist societies were established beyond the reach of Ottoman censors and police.”