trumpeter

noun

trum·​pet·​er ˈtrəm-pə-tər 

1

a

: a trumpet player

specifically : one that gives signals with a trumpet

b

: one that praises or advocates : eulogist, spokesman

2

a

: any of a genus (Psophia of the family Psophiidae) of large gregarious long-legged South American birds that are related to the cranes and have a long thin neck usually held close to the body

b

: any of an Asian breed of pigeons with a rounded crest and heavily feathered feet

Examples of trumpeter in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Aaron Diaz, trumpeter and bandleader for Bostin’ Brass, points to Osbourne’s eventual rise from Aston youth to globally-renowned musician as a mirror of the city’s own evolution. —Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 30 July 2025

Advertisement Like Makeba, trumpeter Hugh Masekela was also considered persona non grata by the apartheid regime, which viewed artistic expression by Black people as an act of violence. —Time, 29 July 2025

As of 2025, the band’s lineup comprises lead vocalist Eric Nally, pianist Sky White, trumpeter/backing vocalist Alex Nauth, bassist Existential Youth, guitarist Devin Williams and drummer Teddy Aitkins. —Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 26 July 2025

Chuck Mangione, noted flugelhorn player, trumpeter and composer, has died. —Cnn.com Wire Service, Mercury News, 24 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing trumpeter

• trumpeter swan

Kids Definition

trumpeter

noun

trum·​pet·​er ˈtrəm-pət-ər 

: a trumpet player