Definition

A person who plays a traditional Indian string instrument called the sitar.

Example

The sitarist performed beautifully at the concert last night.

Conversation

Have you ever heard a sitarist play live?

No, I haven't! That sounds amazing.

I went to a concert last week, and the sitarist was incredible.

Wow, I would love to experience that sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Sitarist** → It is formed from "sitar" (from Persian *sitār*, meaning a three-stringed instrument) and "-ist" (meaning a person who practices or is concerned with). A sitarist is a person who plays the sitar.

Memory Tip

Think of a person who plays a three-stringed instrument ('sitar') — the '-ist' just means someone who practices that art.

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