Maestro Meaning
/ˈmaɪstɹoʊ/Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA master in some art, especially a composer or conductor.
nounA gang elder in prison.
Sentence Examples
He plays the piano like a maestro.
Only a few years after the death of this maestro, his works were forgotten.
The painting was painted by a Dutch maestro.
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The experienced conductor, who had trained for decades, was hailed as a respected ____ in his field.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The gifted ____ conducted the entire orchestra with great passion and a very high level of skill tonight.
Word Origin & History
Borrowed from Italian maestro, from Latin magistrum (“master”). Doublet of magister, master, and meister.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"You've never been on a ride like this before; with a producer who can rap and control the maestro."
— 1992, “Nuthin' but a 'G' Thang”, in Andre R. Young, Tracy Curry, Calvin Broadus, Leon Haywood (lyrics), Andre R. Young (music), The Chronic, performed by Dr. Dre (featuring Snoop Doggy Dogg), Death Row Records:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The experienced conductor, who had trained for decades, was hailed as a respected ____ in his field.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The gifted ____ conducted the entire orchestra with great passion and a very high level of skill tonight.