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piccoloist

American  
[pik-uh-loh-ist] / ˈpɪk əˌloʊ ɪst /

noun

  1. a person who plays the piccolo.

Etymology

Origin of piccoloist

First recorded in 1880–85; piccolo + -ist

Example Sentences

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"Northern Illinois linebacker Jamaal Bass got suspended one game for knocking down a marching band's piccoloist," noted RJ Currie of SportsDeke.com.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 7, 2011

Appointment of Gus Hasselblad, best piccoloist on the force, to be chief of police.

From Time Magazine Archive

Bravely the piccoloist withstood his attack but yielded finally when it was suggested that he go into the laboratory and make some records himself.

From Time Magazine Archive

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