virtuosa

American  

[vur-choo-oh-suh] / ˌvɜr tʃuˈoʊ sə /

noun

1. a female virtuoso; a woman with exceptional talent or skill, especially in music.

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Etymology

Origin of virtuosa

First recorded in 1670–80; from Italian virtuosa, feminine of virtuoso; virtuoso ( def. ), virtuous ( def. )

Example Sentences

The Envelope recently caught up with makeup effects veteran Mike Hill, seasoned production designer Tamara Deverell, costume virtuosa Kate Hawley and acclaimed composer Alexandre Desplat, all Oscar-nominated for their work on “Frankenstein.”

From Los Angeles Times

She is a virtuosa, and a master of her craft, but her nomination is predictable because now she represents the gold standard for the Latin Academy.

From Los Angeles Times

James Messham, from West Sussex, was reported dead about two-and-a-half hours after MSC Virtuosa departed Southampton on 3 May.

From BBC

The MSC Virtuosa is operated by MSC Cruises and has capacity for 6,334 guests.

From BBC

The French search and rescue service said the casualty from the MSC Virtuosa was winched from the sea by a helicopter crew and was later pronounced dead by doctors.

From BBC