violinist
UK: ˌvaɪəˈlɪnɪst | US: ˌvaɪəˈlɪnɪst
n. a person who plays the violin, especially professionally.
The word "violinist" combines "violin," referring to the stringed instrument, with the suffix "-ist," which originates from Latin "-ista" and Greek "-ιστής" (-istēs), meaning "one who practices or is concerned with something." The violin itself derives from the Italian "violino," a diminutive of "viola" (a stringed instrument). The suffix "-ist" became productive in English to form agent nouns, particularly for professions or enthusiasts. Thus, "violinist" logically denotes a person skilled in playing the violin.
The virtuoso violinist performed a breathtaking solo at the concert.
She trained for years to become a professional violinist.
The young violinist won first prize in the national competition.
The orchestra’s lead violinist tuned her instrument before the rehearsal.
He admired the technical precision of the famous violinist.