Mythologist (noun)

1. A person who studies myths and their origins.
2. An expert in the field of mythology.

Origin:

From the greek μῦθος (muthos) meaning "myth" and -λόγος (-logos) meaning "study of".

Examples:

1. The mythologist explained the significance of the ancient Greek gods in their society.
2. The university hired a new mythologist to teach courses on Norse mythology.
3. The author of the book is a well-known mythologist and has published several books on the subject.
4. The archaeologist works closely with the mythologist to understand the symbolism in the artifacts they uncover.
5. The museum's new exhibit was curated by a renowned mythologist and features artifacts from ancient civilizations.