pianist

noun

pi·​a·​nist pē-ˈa-nist How to pronounce pianist (audio) ˈpē-ə- How to pronounce pianist (audio)
Synonyms of pianistnext
: a person who plays the piano
especially : a skilled or professional performer on the piano

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Today's listen Grammy- and Oscar-winning pianist Jon Batiste recently released three new albums all at once. — Brittney Melton, NPR, 17 Aug. 2026 On Wednesday, several former Davis band members — including pianist Herbie Hancock, bassist Ron Carter and saxophonist Kenny Garrett — will salute his music at a Hollywood Bowl concert. — George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Aug. 2026 Sooper’s magnum opus to date is a three-disc retrospective of the polymathic composer, pianist, dancer and DIY stalwart Charles Joseph Smith, released in April. — Hannah Edgar, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026 Fundraiser organizer Victor Fiorillo, the co-founder, manager and pianist for The Martha Graham Cracker Cabaret, is behind the fund. — Kaitlyn McCormick, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pianist

Word History

First Known Use

1817, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pianist was in 1817

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