player

noun

ˈplā-ər How to pronounce player (audio)
Definition of playernext
1
as in instrumentalist
a person who plays a musical instrument a horn player

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2
as in actor
one who acts professionally (as in a play, movie, or television show) a troupe of players used to give performances on the town green

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3
as in participant
one who takes part in something a significant player in the negotiations

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Recent Examples of player Those are some very complimentary terms to describe a Major League Baseball player. — Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026 Portland had 10 players score in the first half, but none of them had more than four points. — CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026 Designed for intermediate to advanced players, this paddle uses a performance-quality blade that’s helpful for tournaments. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026 The league will take its time to connect with stakeholders, including players, team officials and Players Association leadership. — Sabreena Merchant, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for player
Recent Examples of Synonyms for player
  1. instrumentalist
  2. actor
  3. participant
  4. musician
  5. performer
  6. participator
  7. artist
  8. actress
Noun
  • The announcement could go after the one about what to do if the theater is overrun by period instrumentalists.
    — Judith Martin, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Now 94, Cynthia still entertains with tales of bygone Barbados at the family's regular guest cocktail parties, whilst dinner is underscored by jazz singers and instrumentalists.
    — Jonnie Bayfield, Condé Nast Traveler, 19 July 2026
Definition of instrumentalist
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  • The actor arrived in a regal sky blue high-neck top with a long cascading train and clashing red lining — custom designed by Prabal Gurung — offset with a casual pair of low slung, non-maternity jeans by La Ligne that skimmed just under her bump.
    — Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026
  • Brands should get in before this propels the actor even further into the mainstream.
    — Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of actor
Noun
  • Mahomes was cleared to be a full participant for training camp practices in late July — barely more than seven months removed from surgery.
    — Jesse Newell, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
  • People across levels of an organization become participants rather than spectators.
    — Rodger Dean Duncan, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of participant
Noun
  • This happens on occasion, typically when musicians cut it too close during an encore.
    — Rodney Ho, AJC.com, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Those closest to Mazur are now mourning much more than an accomplished musician.
    — Naveen Dhaliwal, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of musician
Noun
  • Many in Hollywood and beyond were left stunned by news of the passing of multifaceted performer Hayden Panettiere at age 36, as reported Sunday night.
    — Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 17 Aug. 2026
  • This time, renowned singer and performer Natalie Amaya will join this Northern California tribute band on stage.
    — Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of performer
Noun
  • And in doing so, Gunther often lulls crowds into becoming sporting event spectators rather than the raucous participators that most other wrestlers try to draw out of them.
    — Sean Neumann, PEOPLE, 12 Dec. 2025
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  • Art fairs, collectors’ homes, artists’ studios, galas… The film is a welcoming and entertaining dive amongst the 1% and explores the complicated relationship between artists and commerce.
    — Leo Barraclough, Variety, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Dyangani Ose, who is currently the artistic director of the second Public Art Abu Dhabi Biennial, is known for championing artists from Africa and its diaspora, as well as for her artistic vision and collaborative leadership style.
    — News Desk, Artforum, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of artist
Noun
  • Plans for a follow-up to the beloved comedy were first announced in January 2025, with both actresses confirmed to return.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026
  • The actress starred on the beloved sitcom from 1996 to 2005 alongside Romano, Brad Garrett, Doris Roberts, Peter Boyle and more.
    — Tereza Shkurtaj, PEOPLE, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of actress

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“Player.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/player. Accessed 18 Aug. 2026.

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