Definition

A person who plays a musical instrument called the mandolin, which is similar to a lute and has a distinctive sound.

Example

The mandolinist played beautifully at the concert, captivating the audience with his skill.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a mandolinist perform live?

No, I haven't, but it sounds interesting!

I went to a concert last week, and the mandolinist was amazing.

That sounds like a lot of fun! I’d love to check it out sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mandolinist → It is formed from "mandolin" (from Italian *mandolino*, a diminutive of *mandola*, meaning a type of stringed instrument) and "-ist" (meaning a person who practices or is concerned with something). A mandolinist is a person who plays the mandolin.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'mandolin' as a special stringed instrument, and the '-ist' means someone who plays it. So, a mandolinist is someone who plays the mandolin.

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