Definition

A person who plays music using a guitar.

Example

The guitarist played beautifully during the concert.

Conversation

Have you heard that new song by the guitarist from the band?

Yeah, I love how he plays!

I think he’s really talented; he should go solo.

For sure! I’d love to see more of his work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Guitarist → It is formed from "guitar" (from Spanish *guitarra*, meaning a stringed musical instrument) and "-ist" (meaning one who practices or is concerned with). A guitarist is one who plays the guitar.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who plays a stringed instrument ('guitar') — the '-ist' means a person who practices that art. This helps you remember that a guitarist is someone who plays the guitar.

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