composer

noun

com·​pos·​er kəm-ˈpō-zər How to pronounce composer (audio)
: one that composes
especially : a person who writes music

Examples of composer in a Sentence

She prefers Mozart and Beethoven to modern composers. a versatile composer whose works include operas, symphonies, concertos, and sonatas
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Andrew Lloyd Webber, the composer behind Phantom of the Opera and Love Never Dies, was among those who paid tribute to Lewis. Raechal Shewfelt, Entertainment Weekly, 7 Oct. 2025 They will be joined on the dates by German drummer/composer/producer Anika Nilles, 41, who has performed with Jeff Beck and released four solo albums. Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 6 Oct. 2025 In his place, Rush have tapped German drummer and composer Anika Nilles, who previously drummed for late rock god Jeff Beck. Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 6 Oct. 2025 Drumming for the band will be Anika Nilles, an award-winning German composer and producer who previously toured with Jeff Beck and has released four solo albums. Annie Zaleski, Variety, 6 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for composer

Word History

First Known Use

1597, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of composer was in 1597

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“Composer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/composer. Accessed 10 Oct. 2025.

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composer

noun
com·​pos·​er kəm-ˈpō-zər How to pronounce composer (audio)
: one that composes
especially : a person who writes music

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