musician

noun

mu·​si·​cian myü-ˈzi-shən How to pronounce musician (audio)
Synonyms of musiciannext
: a composer, conductor, or performer of music
especially : instrumentalist
musicianly adjective
musicianship noun

Examples of musician in a Sentence

She's a very talented musician. the violinist was a famous and exquisitely talented musician
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Kate and Oliver are the children of Hawn and musician Bill Hudson. Sarah Sotoodeh, FOXNews.com, 14 Dec. 2025 The Materialists star made her grand entrance as Allen wrapped up the track, greeting the musician with a hug and kiss on the cheek. Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 13 Dec. 2025 An homage to author Charles Dickens, the festive celebration will feature local vendors, musicians, dancers and Dickens characters. Stuart Dyos, Nashville Tennessean, 13 Dec. 2025 In fact, Kojima reportedly altered the sequel’s plot because early testers liked the game too much, according to French musician Woodkid, who composed its soundtrack. Will Ripley, CNN Money, 12 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for musician

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of musician was in the 14th century

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“Musician.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/musician. Accessed 16 Dec. 2025.

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musician

noun
mu·​si·​cian myu̇-ˈzish-ən How to pronounce musician (audio)
: a person who writes, sings, or plays music and especially as a profession
musicianship noun

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