composer

noun

com·​pos·​er kəm-ˈpō-zər How to pronounce composer (audio)
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: one that composes
especially : a person who writes music

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She prefers Mozart and Beethoven to modern composers. a versatile composer whose works include operas, symphonies, concertos, and sonatas
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The composer has also competed twice for Best Original Song, but he’s never won. — Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026 This reflects the improvisational attitude that Pan, who has released several albums, first developed as a genre-defying musician and composer. — News Desk, Artforum, 31 July 2026 The album shines a light on composers that even some Ukrainians aren't particularly familiar with. — Brittney Melton, NPR, 29 July 2026 Nine of Hollywood’s top composers are credited on the film, including Michael Abels, Emily Bear, Lukas Frank, Michael Giacchino, James Newton Howard, Henry Jackman, Nami Melumad, Brandon Roberts, and Alan Silvestri. — Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 28 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for composer

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First Known Use

1597, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of composer was in 1597

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composer

noun
com·​pos·​er kəm-ˈpō-zər How to pronounce composer (audio)
: one that composes
especially : a person who writes music

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