Druggist (noun)

1. A person who sells drugs or medicines.
2. A person who owns or operates a pharmacy.

Origin:

The word "druggist" comes from the middle english word "druggist" which is derived from the old french word "droguiste" meaning "seller of drugs or medicines".

Examples:

1. I went to the druggist to get my prescription filled.
2. The druggist recommended a different medicine for my condition.
3. The druggist gave me the correct dosage information for my medicine.
4. He became a successful druggist and owned several pharmacies.
5. The druggist was able to provide me with the over-the-counter medicine I needed.