meistersinger
Pronunciation: [maɪstərˌzɪŋɡər]
Word
Context: "music"
(noun) a Meistersinger is a master singer, especially one from the towns of Germany during the 15th to 16th centuries. They were part of a guild who composed and performed their own music.
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Hans was known as a great Meistersinger in his town, admired for his beautiful songs.
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There weren't many Meistersingers left in the area, as most had disappeared over time.
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Do you know any famous Meistersingers from history?
Context: "opera"
(noun) the name of an opera by Richard Wagner that tells the story of a Meistersinger who competes in a singing contest. It's set in 16th-century Nuremberg, Germany.
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Last night, we watched Wagner's Meistersinger, and the music was absolutely stunning.
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The audience didn't enjoy the Meistersinger as much as the other operas performed that season.
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Have you ever seen the opera Meistersinger by Wagner?
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