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psalmist

/ˈsɑːmɪst/
psalm · ist
Plural:psalmists
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• noun

1

A writer or composer of sacred songs or psalms, especially one of the authors of the biblical Book of Psalms (often capitalized when referring specifically to King David).

Example

"The ancient psalmist expressed both deep sorrow and unwavering faith in his verses."

2

A singer or leader of sacred music in a church or choir; a cantor.

Example

"During the liturgical service, the psalmist chanted the responsorial verses from the lectern."

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prypiat
psalm
psalmbook
psalmist
pseudo
pseudo viper
pseudomuscari

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Late Latin psalmista, from Ancient Greek psalmistes ('composer or singer of psalms'), derived from psalmos ('song sung to a harp'), from psallein ('to pluck or twitch').

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