lyricist

noun

lyr·​i·​cist ˈlir-ə-sist How to pronounce lyricist (audio)
: a writer of lyrics

Examples of lyricist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Today, there are seven estates that comprise Fair Lea, some of which have been owned by high society movers and shakers, including Anne Ford, Gloria Vanderbilt and Tony-winning Broadway composer and lyricist Richard Adler. Mark David, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2024 Two, other lyricists have been allowed into the writing sessions. Lily Moayeri, SPIN, 26 July 2024 Amelia Barlow, one of three daughters of John’s close friend, Grateful Dead lyricist John Perry Barlow, had especially warm memories of her. Lizz Schumer, Peoplemag, 16 July 2024 Abigail, as a lyricist, were learning a lot of Polynesian words or dialect? Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 19 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for lyricist 

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Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of lyricist was in 1875

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“Lyricist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lyricist. Accessed 16 Oct. 2024.

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