artiste
Americannoun
plural
artistesnoun
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an entertainer, such as a singer or dancer
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a person who is highly skilled in some occupation
a hair artiste
Related Words
See artist.
Etymology
Origin of artiste
From French, dating back to 1815–25; artist
Example Sentences
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"She leaves us the legacy of a free and inspired woman both as a woman and as an artiste," Savry told AFP news agency.
From BBC
Cultural experts say that this reinvention, both in music and fashion, has its roots in Western pop-culture as most of the artistes live and perform in the West.
From BBC
In South Korea, it is "extremely tough" for artistes to recover when they do something that puts a crack in their "idol" image, says K-pop columnist Jeff Benjamin.
From BBC
Key and Basden have a fantastic comic rapport, playfully exploring the stereotypes of the British eccentric and grumpy artiste.
From Los Angeles Times
But fashion critics everywhere do get to watch their favourite actors, artistes and influencers walk a lengthy red carpet.
From BBC
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