accordionist
1 synonym for accordionist, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A person who plays the accordion.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
accordion player
How to use accordionist
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a skilled accordionist
a street accordionist
a jazz accordionist
a professional accordionist
It is a neutral, standard term used in everyday speech and in writing.
Etymology
The word was formed in English by adding the suffix -ist to accordion, giving a name for someone who plays that instrument.
Full origin of accordionist →Frequently asked questions
What does accordionist mean?
An accordionist is a person who plays the accordion.
Is accordionist the same as accordion player?
Yes. Both terms name someone who plays the accordion, and accordionist is the single-word form.
How do you pronounce accordionist?
In American English it is pronounced uh-KORD-ee-uh-nist, with the stress on the second syllable.
