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Meaning of "bassist" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF BASSIST

bassist  [ˈbeɪsɪst] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF BASSIST

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Bassist is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES BASSIST MEAN IN ENGLISH?

bassist

Bassist

A bass player, or bassist, is a musician who plays a bass instrument such as a double bass, bass guitar, keyboard bass or a low brass instrument such as a tuba or sousaphone. Different musical genres tend to be associated with one or more of these instruments. Since the 1960s, the electric bass has been the standard bass instrument for rock and roll, jazz fusion, heavy metal, country, reggae and pop music. The double bass is the standard bass instrument for classical music, bluegrass, rockabilly, and most genres of jazz. Low brass instruments such as the tuba or sousaphone are the standard bass instrument in Dixieland and New Orleans-style jazz bands. Despite the associations of different bass instruments with certain genres, there are exceptions. Some 1990s and 2000s rock and pop bands use a double bass, such as both Andrew Jackson Jihad, Barenaked Ladies; Indie band The Decemberists; and punk rock/psychobilly groups such as The Living End, Nekromantix, The Horrorpops, and Tiger Army. Some fusion jazz groups use a lightweight, stripped-down electric upright bass rather than a double bass.

Definition of bassist in the English dictionary

The definition of bassist in the dictionary is a player of a double bass, esp in a jazz band.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH BASSIST


antiracist
ˌæntɪˈreɪsɪst
astrophysicist
ˌæstrəʊˈfɪzɪsɪst
biophysicist
ˌbaɪəʊˈfɪzɪsɪst
ceramicist
sɪˈræmɪsɪst
classicist
ˈklæsɪsɪst
contrabassist
ˌkɒntrəˈbeɪsɪst
empiricist
ɪmˈpɪrɪsɪst
ethicist
ˈɛθɪsɪst
eugenicist
ju:ˈdʒɛnɪsɪst
geneticist
dʒɪˈnɛtɪsɪst
geophysicist
ˌdʒiːəʊˈfɪzɪsɪst
historicist
hɪsˈtɒrɪsɪst
lyricist
ˈlɪrɪsɪst
petrophysicist
ˌpetrəʊˈfɪzɪsɪst
physicist
ˈfɪzɪsɪst
polemicist
pəˈlɛmɪsɪst
publicist
ˈpʌblɪsɪst
racist
ˈreɪsɪst
romanticist
rəʊˈmæntɪsɪst
synthesist
ˈsɪnθɪsɪst

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE BASSIST

basser
Basses-Alpes
basset
basset horn
basset hound
Basseterre
bassi
bassinet
bassness
basso
basso buffo
basso continuo
basso profundo
basso rilievo
bassoon
bassoonist
bassos
basswood
bassy

WORDS THAT END LIKE BASSIST

assist
brake assist
classist
coassist
consist
desist
fantasist
geodesist
glossist
hypothesist
insist
narcissist
persist
photoresist
progressist
resist
sist
solipsist
speciesist
subsist

Synonyms and antonyms of bassist in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «bassist» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF BASSIST

Find out the translation of bassist to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of bassist from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «bassist» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

低音乐手
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

contrabajo
570 millions of speakers

English

bassist
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

बासिस्ट
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

عازف
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

басист
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

baixista
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

bassist
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

bassiste
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Bassis
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Bassist
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

ベーシスト
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

베이스기타 연주자
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Bassist
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

bassist
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

பாஸிஸ்ட்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

बासवादी
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

basçı
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

bassista
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

basista
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

басист
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

basistul
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

μπασίστας
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

baskitaarspeler
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

basisten
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

bassist
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of bassist

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «BASSIST»

The term «bassist» is quite widely used and occupies the 27.706 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «BASSIST» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about bassist

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6 QUOTES WITH «BASSIST»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word bassist.
1
Casey Abrams
I consider myself a bassist first.
2
Ron Carter
A good bassist determines the direction of any band.
3
Don Dokken
Peter Baltes was the best bassist I ever played with.
4
Jamie Muir
There wasn't much work around at the time, I think I found a bit in Germany or something, but we played together and somehow the bassist Laurie Baker got involved as well - I can't remember exactly how.
5
Amy Poehler
When I had a job catering, I catered a wedding for the Smashing Pumpkins bassist in Indiana. And I served Billy Corgan shrimp off a tray.
6
Thomas Sangster
I play bass. I play a bit of guitar. I've never been to a lesson, so my theory of music is non-existent in any instrument, but we always had guitars around. My dad taught me to play drums for 'Love Actually,' and I still play drums now. But I'm not a 'drummer.' I'm not a 'guitarist.' I'm trying to be a bassist.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «BASSIST»

Discover the use of bassist in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to bassist and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
1
Contemporary Country Styles for the Drummer and Bassist
This unique play-along volume provides a cross-section of contemporary country styles as played by today's top country musicians.
Brian Fullen, Roy Vogt, 1994
2
Essential Styles for the Drummer and Bassist
With an emphasis on ensemble playing, a book and play-along CD cover such styles as pop, funk, Latin, and jazz and includes written charts for every track and listening suggestions.
Steve Houghton, Tom Warrington, 1992
3
The Total Rock Bassist: A Fun and Comprehensive Overview of ...
Pick up this comprehensive book and experience a unique and exciting journey through the diverse world of rock bass playing.
Dan Bennett, 2008
4
Musicianship for the Contemporary Bassist
Includes 40 worksheets and ear-training quizzes along with a correlating CD. Musicianship for the Contemporary Bassist is the ultimate, must-own resource for the advancing bassist.
Tracy Walton, 2003
5
The Versatile Bassist: A Complete Course in a Variety of ...
Become a diverse and in-demand bass player by learning bass lines in a wide variety of styles from blues and reggae to funk and heavy metal, analysis of the styles and recordings of pioneering players, fun techniques such as fingerstyle ...
Dave Overthrow, Alfred Publishing, 2008
6
The Advancing Bassist's Handbook: A Guide to Practicing and ...
The purpose of this book is to provide you with much of the basic information that you need in order to become good at practicing the bass. This is the book for you if: You want to learn how to improve rapidly as a bassist.
Benjamin Whitcomb, 2012
7
The Total Jazz Bassist: A Fun and Comprehensive Overview of ...
SOLOING. SUTEIEI MMINANT SCALES 26063 Book & CD US$19.95 The Total Jazz Bassist is a unique and exciting method for electric and double bass. In jazz, every bass player should be familiar with both the double bass and electric bass  ...
David Overthrow, Tim Ferguson, 2007
8
Chick Bassist
""Chick Bassist" is utterly savage. Lockhart's style waxes poetic as a modern Beat giving us a glimpse into Rock & Roll hell.
Ross E. Lockhart, 2012
9
Standing in the Shadows of Motown: The Life and Music of ...
(Guitar Book). Bassist James Jamerson was the embodiment of the Motown spirit and groove the invisible entity whose playing inspired thousands.
Dr. Licks, James Jamerson, 1989
10
The Bassist's Bible: How to Play Every Bass Style from ...
The incredible diversity of the bass guitar is revealed in this all-inclusive style guide.
Tim Boomer, Mick Berry, Charles Bufe, 2009

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «BASSIST»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term bassist is used in the context of the following news items.
1
ZACC rock camp gets visit from Pearl Jam bassist, Fitz and the …
Boys attending a music camp at the Zootown Arts Community Center on Monday got a special treat – a live performance by Pearl Jam bassist ... «The Missoulian, Jul 15»
2
Bassist Calls for Equal Credits on Apple Music (and Beyond)
Bassist Jon Burr launched the campaign yesterday (July 5), following the explosive launch week of Apple Music, which garnered many positive ... «Billboard, Jul 15»
3
Bassist Stu Hamm to play The Largo Cultural Center
Don't miss Stu Hamm at the Largo Cultural Center on Monday, July 6th at 7:30 p.m. For tickets and information visit www.LargoArts.com or call ... «WTSP 10 News, Jul 15»
4
Watch Steven Tyler Leave the Arena for the Woods in 'Love Is Your …
Tyler recently said that his bandmates in Aerosmith were not happy with his decision to go out on his own, but bassist Tom Hamilton pointed out ... «Ultimate Classic Rock, Jul 15»
5
Kaine Parts With Bassist/Vocalist
"Kaine are sad to report that bass player/vocalist and co-founder of the band Dan Mailer has decided to leave the band. "Dan has departed due ... «Metal Underground, Jul 15»
6
Bassist Evona Wascinski on being American
At 7, she moved from Szczecin, Poland, to San Diego, where she has thrived as a musician. Here are her thoughts about being an American. «U-T San Diego, Jul 15»
7
Chris Squire | Bassist for Yes, 67
Chris Squire, 67, the bassist and cofounder of the progressive rock band Yes, who recently announced he had leukemia, died Saturday. «Philly.com, Jul 15»
8
The End of an Era: Chris Squire, Legendary Yes Bassist and Co …
PHOENIX, AZ (ANS - June 29, 2015) - Millions of fans of the fabled prog rock group, Yes, are mourning the passing at the age of 67 of Chris ... «Crossmap, Jul 15»
9
Ty Segall forms band with Redd Kross/OFF! bassist & Dale Crover …
The band is Ty, Melvins drummer Dale Crover, and OFF!/Redd Kross (and Redd Blood Cells) bassist Steven McDonald. So far, all the band ... «Brooklyn Vegan, Jul 15»
10
Chris Squire, bassist for Yes, dies at 67
Chris Squire, the bassist and co-founder of the progressive-rock band Yes and the only member to play on all of its albums, died on June 27 in ... «Today's Zaman, Jul 15»

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