Definition

A person who plays a musical instrument called a harp, which has strings that are plucked to create sound.

Example

The harpist played a beautiful melody at the concert.

Conversation

Did you hear that beautiful music at the park yesterday?

Yeah, I did! I think it was a harpist playing.

I wonder if they perform there often.

I'll keep an eye out; I'd love to listen to a live harpist again.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Harpist → It is formed from "harp" (from Old English *hearpe*, meaning a stringed musical instrument) and "-ist" (meaning one who practices or is skilled in). A harpist is someone who plays or is skilled in playing the harp.

Memory Tip

Think of a person who is skilled in playing a stringed instrument ('harp') — that's what a harpist is.

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