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musician
noun mu·si·cian \myü-ˈzi-shən\
: a person who writes, sings, or plays music
Full Definition of MUSICIAN
: a composer, conductor, or performer of music; especially : instrumentalist
— mu·si·cian·ly \-lē\ adjective
— mu·si·cian·ship \-ˌship\ noun
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First Known Use of MUSICIAN
14th century
Related to MUSICIAN
- Synonyms
- instrumentalist, player
MUSICIAN Defined for Kids
musician
noun mu·si·cian \myu̇-ˈzi-shən\
Definition of MUSICIAN for Kids
: a person who writes, sings, or plays music with skill and especially as a profession
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