1. People who collect and study postage stamps and related postal materials as a hobby or profession.
Usage: Plural of philatelist; Common in hobby and collecting contexts

Examples

• Many philatelists spend years building valuable stamp collections.
• The museum hosted a convention for philatelists from around the world.
• Serious philatelists often focus on stamps from a specific country or era.
• She became one of the most respected philatelists in her region.
• Philatelists appreciate both the historical and artistic value of rare stamps.
• The club welcomed new philatelists interested in learning about stamp authentication.