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

The latest iteration of the event included performances from trumpeter Tony Guerrero, Dustbowl Revival, Janet Klein & her Parlor Boys, and more. —EW.com, 30 June 2025

Jackson’s many credits include collaborations with Art Blakey, Freddie Hubbard, Elvin Jones and former San Diego trumpeter Brian Lynch. —George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 June 2025

The work was specifically composed for Flores in 2018, taking unabashed advantage of not just the trumpeter’s lyricism but his gatling-gun articulation, unflappable stamina and chameleon flexibility. —Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 21 June 2025

Fellow founding members included lead singer Sharon Bryant, trumpeter William Sudderth III, and saxophonist Damon Rentie. —Mya Abraham, VIBE.com, 9 June 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