noun
bugler
Bugler (noun) means a person whose job or role is to play the bugle. Example: “A military bugler played taps at the funeral.”
noun
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A person whose job or role is to play the bugle.
"A military bugler played taps at the funeral."
"The regiment's bugler signaled the start of the parade."
How to use bugler
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who plays the bugle, especially in the military.
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Word forms
- Plural
- buglers
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A military _____ played taps at the funeral.
Etymology
From bugle + the agent suffix -er, "one who does."
Frequently asked questions
What does “bugler” mean?
The word “bugler” means a person whose job or role is to play the bugle. In plain terms, someone who plays the bugle, especially in the military.
How do you use “bugler” in a sentence?
Here is “bugler” used in a sentence: “A military bugler played taps at the funeral.”
What part of speech is “bugler”?
“Bugler” is a noun.
What is the meaning of bugler?
"bugler" (noun) means a person whose job or role is to play the bugle.
