lyricist

noun

lyr·​i·​cist ˈlir-ə-sist How to pronounce lyricist (audio)
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: a writer of lyrics

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During Ozzy's time with Black Sabbath, Butler was widely credited as the main lyricist for the band. — Janelle Ash, FOXNews.com, 14 Aug. 2026 Peart, who also served as Rush’s primary lyricist, is routinely cited as one of rock’s greatest drummers. — Spin Staff, SPIN, 6 Aug. 2026 But throughout much of this time, the lyricist has also maintained a solo career that’s flown so far under the radar that many Elton John fans are unaware that Taupin’s own work even exists. — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 28 July 2026 The transaction includes the remaining interest in the publishing catalog of Grammy and Academy Award-winning lyricist Hal David, one of the most celebrated songwriters of the 20th century. — Jem Aswad, Variety, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for lyricist

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First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of lyricist was in 1875

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“Lyricist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lyricist. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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