drummer

noun

drum·​mer ˈdrə-mər How to pronounce drummer (audio)
1
: one that plays a drum
sometimes used figuratively in phrases denoting unconventional thought or action
march to a different drummer
2

Examples of drummer in a Sentence

The band got a new drummer.
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The Brandon Goldberg Trio, featuring jazz bassist Vincent Dupont and drummer Aaron Kimmel, will be presented by the annual Miami International Piano Festival, which this season has hosted more than 20 live recitals by pianists from around the world. Steve Rothaus, Miami Herald, 21 Apr. 2025 The 14-track album reunites Cooper with guitarist Michael Bruce, bassist Dennis Dunaway and drummer Neil Smith. Gary Graff, Billboard, 21 Apr. 2025 In the morning, all five members, (lead singer Derek Sanders, drummer Jake Bundrick, bassist Jeremy Lenzo, guitarist Alex Garcia, and guitarist Brooks Betts) would cram back into their van, exhausted and ready to do it all over again. Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 18 Apr. 2025 Hook was a member of Joy Division alongside Curtis, guitarist and keyboardist Bernard Sumner and drummer Stephen Morris. Rachel Desantis, People.com, 17 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for drummer

Word History

First Known Use

1574, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of drummer was in 1574

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“Drummer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/drummer. Accessed 26 Apr. 2025.

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drummer

noun
drum·​mer ˈdrəm-ər How to pronounce drummer (audio)
1
: one that plays a drum
2

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