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Definition of maestro

maestro

/ˈmaɪ.stroʊ/
mae · stro
Plural:maestros
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• noun

1

A distinguished musician, especially a conductor of classical music, or a respected teacher and composer of music.

Example

"The renowned maestro raised his baton, and the entire symphony orchestra fell completely silent."

2

A great master or preeminent expert in any art, profession, or field of endeavor.

Example

"In the kitchen, the head chef is a culinary maestro who transforms simple local ingredients into extraordinary dishes."

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• Nearby Words

mae klong
mae ya
maelstrom
maestro
mafia
mafioso
mag

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 18th century from Italian 'maestro', meaning 'master' or 'teacher', which derives from the Latin 'magister' ('chief, director, or teacher').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Maestro. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/maestro
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