composer

noun

com·​pos·​er kəm-ˈpō-zər How to pronounce composer (audio)
Synonyms of composernext
: 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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Nominations and awards go to productions and individual actors, composers, stand-up comedians and directors. Jenna Prestininzi, Freep.com, 8 Dec. 2025 The composers included Joong Gyu Kwak, Yu Han Lee, Hee Dong Nam, Jeong Hoon Seo, Park Hong Jun, Kim Eun-jae (Ejae) and Mark Sonnenblick. Shania Russell, Entertainment Weekly, 8 Dec. 2025 In the comments of the composer's video, many suggested that Bailey would be better suited for the role of Raoul, Christine's childhood sweetheart, who becomes part of a love triangle with Christine and the Phantom. Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 7 Dec. 2025 The pianist, composer and arranger — who served as the orchestra's longtime musical director — spent more than six decades turning El Gran Combo into one of the premier salsa institutions of Latin America and beyond. Isabella Gomez Sarmiento, NPR, 7 Dec. 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 15 Dec. 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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