bandmate

noun

band·​mate ˈban(d)-ˌmāt How to pronounce bandmate (audio)
: a fellow member of a band

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In the aftermath of Payne's death, his former One Direction bandmate Louis Tomlinson shared a lengthy tribute to the singer on Instagram. Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 29 Apr. 2026 Ross was the final living original Ronette—her cousins and bandmates, sisters Estelle Bennett and Ronnie Spector, predeceased her in 2009 and 2022, respectively. Hattie Lindert, Pitchfork, 27 Apr. 2026 Steve Winwood has posted a tribute to his former Traffic bandmate Dave Mason, who died April 19. Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 22 Apr. 2026 Long before private jets and sprawling entourages became standard for global superstars, Starr and his bandmates — Paul McCartney, John Lennon and George Harrison — were simply four young men navigating fame together, suitcase by suitcase. Stephanie Giang-Paunon, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bandmate

Word History

First Known Use

1821, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bandmate was in 1821

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“Bandmate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bandmate. Accessed 1 May. 2026.

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bandmate

noun
band·​mate ˈban(d)-ˌmāt How to pronounce bandmate (audio)
: a fellow member of a band
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