noun
artist
AH-tihst
noun
1
A person who creates art, such as paintings, drawings, or sculpture.
"The gallery represents several emerging young artists."
2
A person, especially a musician, who performs or records professionally.
"The album features collaborations with several well-known artists."
3
Someone highly skilled at a particular activity.
"He's a real artist when it comes to fixing old engines."
How to Use Artist
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who makes art, or a recording/performing musician — also used loosely for anyone highly skilled.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
recording artist
visual artist
con artist
Word Forms
more artist comparative, artists plural, Artists plural, most artist superlative
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Etymology
From French artiste, from Late Latin artista, from ars ("art").