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maestro

|mae-stro|

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/ˈmaɪstroʊ/

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/ˈmaɪstrəʊ/

master musician

Etymology
Etymology Information

'maestro' originates from Italian, specifically the word 'maestro,' where 'maestro' meant 'master' or 'teacher.'

Historical Evolution

'maestro' changed from the Italian word 'maestro' and eventually became the modern English word 'maestro.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'master' or 'teacher,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a distinguished musician or conductor.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a distinguished musician, especially a conductor of classical music.

The maestro led the orchestra with precision and passion.

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Last updated: 2025/02/16 21:36