bandmate

noun

band·​mate ˈban(d)-ˌmāt How to pronounce bandmate (audio)
: a fellow member of a band

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Their 1991 album Carrying the Tradition won Album of the Year at the International Bluegrass Music Awards, establishing Bowman and his bandmates as a leading force in the genre. Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 23 Mar. 2026 The movie also featured a perfect ensemble, including Rosario Dawson and Tara Reid as her bandmates Val and Mel, as well as Alan Cumming and Parker Posey as evil Mega Records execs Wyatt and Fiona. Glenn Garner, Deadline, 22 Mar. 2026 Two days later, the bandmates will appear on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon for their first late-night interview as a group since completing their time in the military. Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 19 Mar. 2026 Garcia, who lives just 20 minutes from Joshua Tree Lake, is looking forward to sharing the stage with old friends and former bandmates. Jim Ruland, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bandmate

Word History

First Known Use

1821, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bandmate was in 1821

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“Bandmate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bandmate. Accessed 25 Mar. 2026.

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bandmate

noun
band·​mate ˈban(d)-ˌmāt How to pronounce bandmate (audio)
: a fellow member of a band
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