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

That conviction comes alive across Portrait, a lush and fearless record co-produced by veteran trumpeter Brian Lynch. —Shelby Stewart, Essence, 12 Oct. 2025

Top San Diego trumpeter Gilbert Castellanos will lead the band at this tribute concert. —George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Sep. 2025

Alternating standards with original tunes, the ensemble includes tenor saxophonist Javon Jackson, trumpeter Eddie Henderson, and drummer Lenny White (a member of the original project). —Andrew Gilbert, Mercury News, 25 Sep. 2025

Each year, the singers include Disney employees and members of local community choirs performing along with a live orchestra, handbell players and fanfare trumpeters. —Brady MacDonald, Oc Register, 23 Sep. 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