singer

noun

ˈsiŋ-ər How to pronounce singer (audio)
Definition of singernext
as in vocalist
one who sings a famous opera singer will be performing at the gala opening of the arts center

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Recent Examples of singer He’s collaborated with Dutch rapper Winne, Ghanaian singer Bisa Kdei, and Dutch hip-hop group Broederliefde. — Julyssa Lopez, Rolling Stone, 6 July 2026 He is often compared to Matthieu Blazy, the new designer at rival Chanel, who made the wedding dress for singer Dua Lipa this month. — ABC News, 6 July 2026 The singer previously wore the house to the 2026 Grammys, where his black velvet ensemble became Schiaparelli’s first custom haute couture menswear look. — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 6 July 2026 The following year, Taylor and her family celebrated the singer’s wedding to NFL tight end Travis Kelce. — Sophie Dodd, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for singer
Recent Examples of Synonyms for singer
  1. vocalist
  2. voice
Noun
  • Here, the vocalist juxtaposed a mature half-sheer white gown with a ballerina bun, blue eyeliner in her bottom lash line, coral and bronze eye shadow on her lids, black mascara and a nude lip.
    — Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 2 July 2026
  • Bisquiteen Studio, There Near finds Mascis, bassist/vocalist Lou Barlow and drummer Murph joined on a handful of tracks by local pianist/organist Ken Mauri.
    — SPIN Staff, SPIN, 30 June 2026
Definition of vocalist
Noun
  • Their emblematic voice performances, Winderbaum says, are baked into his psyche.
    — Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
  • Multitracking his voice into a haunted choir, the effect as his vocals rise and cut out is absolutely gutting.
    — Harry Tafoya, Pitchfork, 9 July 2026
Definition of voice

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