bassist

noun

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

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Singer/guitarist Brittany Howard, bassist Zac Cockrell, and guitarist Heath Fogg ended their lengthy hiatus at a Tuscaloosa benefit concert six weeks ago and, since then, announced a gig at the Minnesota Yacht Club festival, which suggested that Alabama Shakes would hit the road in 2025. Daniel Kreps, Rolling Stone, 7 Feb. 2025 Ireland’s Inhaler put their hand up for that slot over a decade ago when vocalist-guitarist Elijah (Eli) Hewson, guitarist Josh Jenkinson, bassist Rob Keating, and drummer Ryan McMahon joined forces during their school days. Lily Moayeri, SPIN, 7 Feb. 2025 The 14-track record, coming in April, will feature Travis Barker on drums, bassist Brian Lee, and guitarist Nick Mac. Marina Watts, People.com, 6 Feb. 2025 Following a short stint of playing in the Daevid Allen Trio, Ratledge stepped back to focus on school while his friends started the Wilde Flowers with bassist Kevin Ayers and several others. Nina Corcoran, Pitchfork, 6 Feb. 2025 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 14 Feb. 2025.

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