musician

noun

mu·​si·​cian myü-ˈzi-shən How to pronounce musician (audio)
: a composer, conductor, or performer of music
especially : instrumentalist
musicianly adjective
musicianship noun

Examples of musician in a Sentence

She's a very talented musician. the violinist was a famous and exquisitely talented musician
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Call him your favorite musician’s favorite musician. Justin Curto, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024 In the grand tradition of Pink Floyd, a round screen hovered above the stage for film reels and closeups of musicians. Kory Grow, Rolling Stone, 5 Nov. 2024 Decades after its release, and long after the musician’s passing, the tune is still beloved by millions all around the world. Hugh McIntyre, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 Time named Jones as one of the most influential jazz musicians of the 20th century. Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 5 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for musician 

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of musician was in the 14th century

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“Musician.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/musician. Accessed 16 Nov. 2024.

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musician

noun
mu·​si·​cian myu̇-ˈzish-ən How to pronounce musician (audio)
: a person who writes, sings, or plays music and especially as a profession
musicianship noun

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