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pianist

noun

Simple meaning

Someone who plays the piano, particularly with skill or as part of an orchestra.

Pronunciation

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peeanuhst

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IPA pronunciation (US)

piˈænəst

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Definition

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noun

  1. music

    A person who plays the piano, particularly with skill or as part of an orchestra.

  2. WWII

    A spy using radio or wireless telegraphy to keep in touch with headquarters during the Second World War.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
B2 · Upper Intermediate (estimated)
Frequency
Moderately Common
Typical Use
Neutral / general English

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Aura for this meaning

This meaning: A person who plays the piano, particularly with skill or as part of an orchestra.

Used this way, pianist is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. This is a musical use: it is everyday language among musicians and listeners, and specialised outside that.

Emotional tone
Neutral
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Not strongly marked
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Matter-of-fact
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

Where it naturally appears

  • Music/performance
  • Arts writing

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Common Patterns and Combinations

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concert pianistjazz pianistgreat pianistyoung pianistgood pianistamerican pianistclassical pianistpolish pianist

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Related Words

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Synonyms

Sense: person who plays the piano

piano player

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