vocalist

noun

vo·​cal·​ist ˈvō-kə-list How to pronounce vocalist (audio)

Examples of vocalist in a Sentence

hired a vocalist for their jazz band
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Taking Back Sunday, which formed in 2001, now Taking Back Sunday’s The emo band's current lineup includes only three members from their original lineup: lead vocalist Adam Lazzara, guitarist/vocalist John Nolan and bassist Shaun Cooper. Ilana Kaplan, People.com, 8 Jan. 2025 Beloved soul vocalist and songwriter Brenton Wood died today (Jan. 3) at his home in Moreno Valley, Ca., his manager Manny Gallegos confirmed to Variety. Spin Staff, SPIN, 4 Jan. 2025 Though best known as a guitarist and vocalist, Wayne’s contributions extended to multiple instruments, arranging, and songwriting. Darryn King, Forbes, 3 Jan. 2025 The band also no longer includes Keith Morris, another incredibly iconic punk vocalist. Jim Harrington, The Mercury News, 27 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for vocalist 

Word History

First Known Use

1790, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of vocalist was in 1790

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“Vocalist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vocalist. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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vocalist

noun
vo·​cal·​ist ˈvō-kə-ləst How to pronounce vocalist (audio)

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