Definition

A musician who plays a musical instrument called the vibraphone, which has metal bars and produces a soft, resonant sound.

Example

The vibraphonist performed a beautiful solo during the jazz concert.

Conversation

Have you ever heard a vibraphonist perform live?

No, I haven't! What do they sound like?

It's a unique vibe, really smooth and melodic.

That sounds amazing! I’d love to check one out sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Vibraphonist** → It is formed from "vibra-" (from Latin *vibrare*, meaning to vibrate) and "-phonist" (from Greek *phone*, meaning sound or voice). The word describes a musician who plays the vibraphone, an instrument that produces sound through vibrating metal bars.

Memory Tip

Think of 'vibrating' ('vibra-') metal bars that create 'sound' ('phone') — that's how a vibraphonist makes music.

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