Definition

A person who plays a musical instrument called the accordion, which has keys and bellows.

Example

The accordionist played beautifully at the festival.

Conversation

Did you see that amazing accordionist at the festival last weekend?

Yes! I loved how he played such lively tunes.

I didn't expect an accordionist to be that entertaining.

Right? It was a nice surprise to see such talent.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Accordionist → It is formed from "accordion" (from the German *Akkordeon*, meaning a musical instrument that produces sound by forcing air through reeds) and "-ist" (meaning a person who practices or is concerned with something). An accordionist is a person who plays the accordion.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who plays a musical instrument called an accordion — the suffix '-ist' indicates that this person is a practitioner of that instrument.

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