Musician \Mu*si"cian\, n. [F. musicien.]

One skilled in the art or science of music; esp., a skilled singer, or performer on a musical instrument. [1913 Webster]

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musician

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Musician \Mu*si"cian\, n. [F. musicien.]

One skilled in the art or science of music; esp., a skilled singer, or performer on a musical instrument.

Source: Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)