Lyrist and Melodist

Lyrist

Lyrist noun - A person who writes the words for songs.
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Melodist and lyrist are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Melodist" instead a noun "Lyrist".

Nearby Words: lyric, lyrical, lyricism, lyricist, lyre

Melodist

Melodist noun - A person who writes musical compositions.
Usage example: a melodist whose music is not likely to be very accessible to the casual listener
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Lyrist and melodist are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Lyrist" instead a noun "Melodist".

Nearby Words: melody, melodic
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