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pianist

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈpiənɪst// UK //pˈiənɪst// pi·anist

n. a person who plays the piano, especially as a professional job or for a hobby.

n. a musician who performs on the piano. Refers to both professional performers and amateur players.


SIMPLE

The pianist played a beautiful song for the guests.

CONTEXTUAL

After years of daily practice, she finally found work as a professional pianist for a local jazz club.

COMPLEX

The concert pianist demonstrated remarkable technical skill, navigating the intricate passages of the concerto with a level of precision that left the audience in stunned silence.

Origin

From French pianiste, from Italian pianista. Analyzable as piano + -ist.

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