bassist

noun

bass·​ist ˈbā-sist How to pronounce bassist (audio)
: a person who plays an acoustic or electric bass

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Her singing caught the attention of Abboud Saadi, the bassist for Lebanon’s most famous singer, Fairuz, who invited her to a recording session with Bypass Studio owner Ziad Rahbani. — Shy Clara Thompson, Pitchfork, 23 Oct. 2026 The musicians included long-time collaborator guitarist Al Schackman, bassist Chris White, and drummer Rob Hamilton. — Literary Hub, 23 Oct. 2026 Backed by Ronson and Salaam Remi, the album’s producers, and the Amy Winehouse Band — a tribute act led by the singer’s bassist and musical director Dale Davis — the artists involved switched off vocals on Back to Black’s 11 tracks. — Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 22 Oct. 2026 Watt said Ozzy told him to call up Iommi, bassist Geezer Butler and Ward to get them on board. — Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 20 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bassist

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bassist was in 1863

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“Bassist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bassist. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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