violinist
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of violinist
From the Italian word violinista, dating back to 1660–70. See violin, -ist
Example Sentences
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She approached the headmaster at her conservatory who placed her in a string ensemble before advancing her to the symphony orchestra as a violinist.
From Los Angeles Times
After a romantic ride through chic neighbourhoods, Castel got down on one knee as a violinist played with the twinkling Eiffel Tower in the background.
From Barron's
The man sending these messages was Ben Gunnery, 46, a successful violinist from Vauxhall, London, who has performed all over the world.
From BBC
Under the cover of her job, Olka was able to come and go easily, and we spent many a night sipping fiery homemade slivovitz, listening to a violinist play Mahler, sometimes even dancing.
From Literature
Her bowed tones flow like a violinist’s, her plucked solos sometimes bite like a bebop trumpet.
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