singer

English

/ˈsɪŋə/, /ˈsɪŋɚ/, /ˈsɪnd͡ʒə(ɹ)/

noun
Definitions
  • A person who sings, often professionally.
  • (square dance) dance figure with a fixed structure, sung by a caller, or a piece of music with that structure.

Etymology

Inherited from Middle English synger affix from English sing.

Origin

English

sing

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