pianist

noun

pi·​a·​nist pē-ˈa-nist How to pronounce pianist (audio) ˈpē-ə- How to pronounce pianist (audio)
Synonyms of pianistnext
: a person who plays the piano
especially : a skilled or professional performer on the piano

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The pianist may introduce a new chord color. — Gerald J. Leonard, Forbes.com, 19 June 2026 There’s often a pianist tinkling away in the corner of the airy elegant room in the afternoon. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 June 2026 Kelly's Quinn is a pianist who returns to Ransom Canyon to run Gracie's. — Yamillah Hurtado, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026 Grant Smith is an award-winning concert organist and pianist from Fresno, California. — Maya Santiago, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for pianist

Word History

First Known Use

1817, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pianist was in 1817

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“Pianist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pianist. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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