Definition

A person who plays a musical instrument called the bassoon, which is part of the woodwind family and has a double reed.

Example

The bassoonist performed beautifully at the concert last night.

Conversation

Did you hear that amazing performance by the bassoonist last night?

Yes! I didn’t know the bassoon could sound so rich.

Right? It really added depth to the whole orchestra.

I might consider learning the bassoon now — it seems like a unique instrument.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bassoonist → It is formed from "bassoon" (from Italian "fagotto", meaning bundle or bundle of sticks, referring to the instrument's shape) and "-ist" (meaning one who practices or is concerned with). A bassoonist is one who plays the bassoon, the woodwind instrument that resembles a bundle of tubes.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'bundle' ('fagotto') of tubes that make up the bassoon, and remember that a bassoonist is someone who plays this unique instrument.

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