singer
UK: ˈsɪŋə | US: ˈsɪŋər
n. a person who sings, especially professionally
n. a bird known for its melodious calls
The word "singer" originates from Old English sangere, derived from the verb singan (to sing) combined with the agentive suffix -ere, which denotes a person performing an action. This suffix evolved from Proto-Germanic -ārijaz, borrowed from Latin -arius. The morpheme "sing" has remained consistent in meaning, referring to vocal musical expression, while "-er" systematically forms nouns indicating performers of actions (e.g., "dancer," "writer"). The word’s logic is transparent: one who sings.
The singer captivated the audience with her powerful voice.
He trained for years to become a professional singer.
The nightingale is a celebrated singer among birds.
The choir featured a solo singer during the performance.
She admired the singer’s ability to hit high notes effortlessly.