Definition

A person who sings, especially someone who performs music professionally or is trained in singing.

Example

The singer captivated the audience with her beautiful voice.

Conversation

Did you hear the new song by that famous singer?

Yeah, it's really catchy! I love her voice.

I know! She's such a talented singer.

Absolutely, I can't wait to see her perform live.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Singer → It is formed from "sing" (from Old English "singan", meaning to make musical sounds with the voice) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A singer is a person who makes musical sounds with their voice.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who 'makes musical sounds' ('sing') — the '-er' just means a person. A singer is someone who sings.

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