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    Vocalist

    /ˈvoʊkəlist/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    A person who sings, especially professionally.
    The vocalist captivated the audience with her powerful voice.
    A person who performs singing in a band or other music group.
    He is the lead vocalist of a popular rock band.
    A solo singer, as opposed to someone who plays an instrument.
    As a vocalist, she prefers to focus entirely on her singing.
    A member of a choir or musical group who provides vocal parts.
    The choir's main vocalist received a standing ovation after the performance.

    Etymology

    Derived from the word 'vocal', which comes from Latin 'vocalis', meaning 'of the voice'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    lead vocalist
    The primary singer of a band.
    backup vocalist
    A singer who supports the lead vocalist, often providing harmonies.
    vocalist of choice
    A preferred singer among options.

    Related Words

    singing
    The act of producing musical sounds with the voice.
    soprano
    A type of classical female singing voice.
    tenor
    A type of classical male singing voice.
    melody
    A sequence of notes that are musically satisfying.

    Slang Meanings

    Vox
    That new track features an incredible vox.
    Singer-songwriter
    She’s more than a vocalist; she’s a true singer-songwriter.