guitarist
UK: ɡɪˈtɑːrɪst | US: ɡɪˈtɑːrɪst
n. a person who plays the guitar, especially professionally
The word "guitarist" combines "guitar," derived from the Spanish "guitarra" (itself from Greek "kithara," a type of lyre), with the suffix "-ist," which originates from Latin "-ista" and Greek "-istes," indicating a practitioner or specialist. The term reflects the evolution of the guitar as a prominent instrument in Western music and the suffix's role in naming performers.
The guitarist played a mesmerizing solo during the concert.
She aspires to become a professional guitarist one day.
The band is looking for a skilled guitarist to join their lineup.
As a guitarist, he practices for hours every day to perfect his technique.
The famous guitarist released a new album last month.