organist

noun

or·​gan·​ist ˈȯr-gə-nist How to pronounce organist (audio)
: a person who plays the organ

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These nocturnal artisans were assisted by the four organists of Notre Dame, each of whom was intimately acquainted with the unique character of the organ’s sound from years spent playing the instrument. Caroline Baum and Sérène Nourrison, CNN, 6 Dec. 2024 Nationally renowned theater organist Mark Herman performs songs of the season. Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 1 Dec. 2024 The Howard County Historical Society’s next Lunch Date with History will feature a holiday concert with organist Nelda Clelland at the Museum of Howard County History, 8328 Court Ave., at noon on Dec. 6. Janet Kusterer, Baltimore Sun, 28 Nov. 2024 Music with Peter Conte, organist, and Stacey Rishoi, mezzo-soprano. Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 10 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for organist 

Word History

First Known Use

1548, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of organist was in 1548

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“Organist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/organist. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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organist

noun
or·​gan·​ist ˈȯr-gə-nəst How to pronounce organist (audio)
: one who plays an organ

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