drummer
UK: ˈdrʌmə | US: ˈdrʌmər
n. a person who plays a drum or drums
n. (informal) a traveling salesperson (dated usage)
The word "drummer" combines "drum," derived from Middle Dutch "tromme" (imitative of the sound of beating), with the English agent suffix "-er," denoting a person who performs an action. The term originally referred to musicians playing drums, but in the 19th century, it humorously extended to traveling salespeople, likening their persistent visits to rhythmic drumbeats.
The drummer kept perfect time during the concert.
She aspired to become a professional drummer in a jazz band.
In the 1800s, a "drummer" often referred to a salesman peddling goods.
The drummer's solo captivated the audience.
He practiced daily to refine his skills as a drummer.