Definition

A person who creates, plays, or conducts music, often skilled in playing instruments or singing.

Example

The musician played a beautiful melody on the piano.

Conversation

Have you heard that new song by the musician in our class?

Yeah, I did! It's really catchy and fun to listen to.

I didn't know they were such a talented musician until now.

I know, right? We should go to their next performance!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Musician → It is formed from "music" (from Greek "mousikē", meaning the art of the Muses) and "-ian" (meaning a person who). A musician is a person who practices or is skilled in the art of music.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is skilled in the art of music — 'music' refers to the art itself, and '-ian' indicates a person. This helps you remember that a musician is someone who creates or performs music.

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