conductor — a person who directs the performance of an orchestra or choir
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person who directs the performance of an orchestra or choir
Pronunciation (IPA): /kənˈdʌktər/
Example Sentences
- The conductor forgot his baton and had to conduct with a pencil during the emergency performance.
- The bus conductor was so friendly that passengers started applauding his ticket-checking performance.
- Gold is not only beautiful but also an excellent conductor of electricity.
conductor
NOUN[/kənˈdʌktər/]
a person who directs the performance of an orchestra or choir
a person who directs the performance of an orchestra or choir
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'conducere' meaning 'to lead together' or 'to guide', composed of 'con-' (together) and 'ducere' (to lead). The word entered English via Old French and was applied to someone who directs an orchestra.
Breakdown
con- (together) + duct (lead, from Latin ducere) + -or (one who does) = conductor (one who leads/directs)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The conductor forgot his baton and had to conduct with a pencil during the emergency performance.”
“The bus conductor was so friendly that passengers started applauding his ticket-checking performance.”
“Gold is not only beautiful but also an excellent conductor of electricity.”
“The young conductor made his debut with the philharmonic orchestra last night.”
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