piano player

American  

noun

1. pianist.

2. a mechanical device that actuates the keys of a player piano.

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piano player British  

noun

1. another name for pianist

2. any of various devices for playing a piano automatically

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Etymology

Origin of piano player

First recorded in 1895–1900

Example Sentences

Longtime political humorist Mark Russell, the wise-cracking piano player who skewered Washington’s elite with pithy one-liners and upbeat tunes, has died.

From Los Angeles Times

An avid piano player, he says one of his favorite pieces of music is Beethoven’s Seventh Symphony.

From New York Times

“Do you know ‘In a Sentimental Mood?’” the piano player asked.

From New York Times

He preached at nearby churches and needed a piano player.

From Seattle Times

“I was the piano player in that scene. In other scenes, I’m just an ominous guy in the back.”

From Washington Times