bassist

noun

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

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This year’s lineup on the stage includes Minutemen bassist Mike Watt, Jason DeVore of Authority Zero and a special set from Lindberg himself. Alex Distefano, Los Angeles Times, 30 Apr. 2026 They’ll be accompanied by veteran drummer Kenny Aronoff, bassist Marco Mendoza, and guitarist Pete Thorn. Jennifer Day, Chicago Tribune, 30 Apr. 2026 Originally called Burn the Priest, that started in 1994, the group consists of bassist John Campbell, vocalist Randy Blythe, guitarists Mark Morton and Willie Adler, and drummer Art Cruz. Mark Maglio, Hartford Courant, 29 Apr. 2026 His wonderfully versatile band was note-perfect throughout, anchored by bassist Johnson and former Frank Zappa drum ace Chad Wackerman. George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026 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 6 May. 2026.

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