noun

trumpeter

TRUHM-pih-tuh

Trumpeter (noun) means a person who plays the trumpet. Example: “The band's trumpeter took a solo in the second verse.”

noun

A person who plays the trumpet.

"The band's trumpeter took a solo in the second verse."

A large white swan native to North America, known for its loud, trumpet-like call.

"A pair of trumpeters glided across the lake at dawn."

How to use trumpeter

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither someone who plays the trumpet, or a species of large swan named for its loud honking call.

Word forms

trumpeters plural

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Etymology

From trumpet + -er (occupational suffix) or + -er (agent noun suffix).

Synonyms

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Rhymes for trumpeter

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Frequently asked questions

What does “trumpeter” mean?

The word “trumpeter” means a person who plays the trumpet. In plain terms, either someone who plays the trumpet, or a species of large swan named for its loud honking call.

How do you pronounce “trumpeter”?

“Trumpeter” is pronounced TRUHM-pih-tuh (/ˈtɹʌmpɪtɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “trumpeter” in a sentence?

Here is “trumpeter” used in a sentence: “The band's trumpeter took a solo in the second verse.”

What part of speech is “trumpeter”?

“Trumpeter” is a noun.

How many meanings does “trumpeter” have?

“Trumpeter” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who plays the trumpet.

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