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non-musician

|non/mu/si/cian|

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/nɑn-mjuˈzɪʃən/

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/nɒn-mjuˈzɪʃən/

not a musician

Etymology
Etymology Information

'non-musician' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'musician', which comes from Latin 'musica', meaning 'music'.

Historical Evolution

'non-musician' combines the prefix 'non-' with 'musician', a term that has remained consistent in English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'not a musician', and this meaning has remained consistent.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a person who is not a musician.

Despite being a non-musician, she has a deep appreciation for classical music.

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Last updated: 2025/01/21 01:36