organist

noun

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

Examples of organist in a Sentence

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Interestingly, though, while game presentation issues do tend to draw strong reactions, no one dared criticize Dodgers (and Kings) organist Dieter Ruehle. Jim Alexander, Oc Register, 7 Apr. 2026 The service also featured the Grace Notes Community Choir, a group of church musicians in the Artesia, Bellflower, and Cerritos areas led by pianist and organist Faith Rietveld and accompanied by Juan-Carlos Lora. Daily News, 5 Apr. 2026 My grandmother was the organist for the choir. Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Mar. 2026 An organist was holding court in the bar. Patricia Gallagher Newberry, Cincinnati Enquirer, 5 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for organist

Word History

First Known Use

1548, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 13 Apr. 2026.

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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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