Performer
/pərˈfɔːrmər/
Definitions
A person who entertains an audience by singing, acting, dancing, or playing music.
/pərˈfɔːrmər/
A person who entertains an audience.
The lead performer delivered a captivating monologue.
💡 Simply: A performer is like someone who puts on a show! They might sing, dance, or act to make people happy or excited.
👶 For kids: A performer is someone who does a show! Like a singer or dancer.
More Examples
The festival showcased a diverse range of performers, from musicians to magicians.
She trained as a classical performer for years before switching to modern dance.
How It's Used
"The concert featured several talented performers."
"The athletes were considered high-level performers."
From Middle French *performer* (to perform, accomplish), from Old French *parformer* (to execute fully).
The term gained popularity in the 18th and 19th centuries, coinciding with the rise of theatrical entertainment.
Memory tip
Think of a person *performing* on stage; they are a *performer*.
Word Origin
"to execute fully"