vocalist

noun

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

Examples of vocalist in a Sentence

hired a vocalist for their jazz band
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The concert also mined the catalogs of three of the members of His All Starr Band — guitarist-vocalist Steve Lukather from Toto, vocalist-guitarist Colin Hay of Men at Work and bassist-vocalist Hamish Stuart from Average White Band. Jim Harrington, Mercury News, 12 June 2026 The two became the starting point for what would become the Allman Brothers Band, which soon added Betts, Butch Trucks, bassist Berry Oakley, and Duane’s kid brother, the bluesy vocalist Gregg. David Browne, Rolling Stone, 12 June 2026 The song marks the first visit for Jennie – including as a member of Blackpink, which has yet to reach the list – and the second for Tame Impala, the one-man group which now is centered around lead vocalist, producer and songwriter Kevin Parker. Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026 Fleck, who is a virtuoso known for crossing genres, embraced the album as an opportunity to create music supporting a strong vocalist. Tiney Ricciardi, Denver Post, 8 June 2026 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 17 Jun. 2026.

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vocalist

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

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