songstress

noun

song·​stress ˈsȯŋ(k)-strəs How to pronounce songstress (audio)
: a female singer

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The legendary songstress, whose velvety voice redefined soul and R&B, remains an enduring icon of elegance, emotion, and artistry. Larry Stansbury, Essence, 24 Feb. 2025 Parents recently had the opportunity to speak with Grammy-winning songstress and new mom, Ashanti about her latest film project, her parenting journey, and how becoming a mom has expanded her desire to help others, especially women and families. Lynnette Nicholas, Parents, 22 Feb. 2025 Colombian superstar songstress Shakira was forced to cancel her Sunday show in Lima after her hospitalization for an undisclosed abdominal condition. Theresa Braine, New York Daily News, 16 Feb. 2025 Fans can also look forward to two duets from songstresses Yolanda Adams and Muni Long, as well as the multi-talented vocal powerhouses that are Jonathan McReynolds and Tori Kelly, featuring the NFL Players Choir. John Lawson, Essence, 7 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for songstress

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First Known Use

1684, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of songstress was in 1684

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“Songstress.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/songstress. Accessed 9 Mar. 2025.

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songstress

noun
song·​stress ˈsȯŋ(k)-strəs How to pronounce songstress (audio)
: a woman who is a singer

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