Definition

A person who plays a musical instrument in a group of musicians.

Example

The bandsman played the trumpet beautifully during the concert.

Conversation

I saw a great performance by a bandsman at the park yesterday.

Oh really? What kind of music were they playing?

They played a mix of jazz and pop, and it was so lively!

That sounds fun! I love watching talented bandsmen like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bandsman → It is formed from "band" (from Old French *bande*, meaning a group or troop) and "-sman" (meaning a person who). A bandsman is a person who is part of a musical band or group.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'band' as a group of musicians and '-sman' meaning a person. This helps you remember that a bandsman is someone who plays in a musical group.

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