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harmonizer

harmonizer

6.7
A person who sings or plays notes that match the main tune to make the sound richer
  • noun
  • /ˈhɑːrmənaɪzər/
  • US
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  • Each harmonizer in the band contributes unique notes that enhance the overall performance.

Examples

  • As a harmonizer, she adds depth to the choir's sound by blending her voice with others.

  • One gospel musician, Joseph Warrick, has been a part of the Zion Harmonizers for 55 of the group's 73 years of existence.

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  • The talented harmonizer beautifully complemented the lead singer with rich vocal chords.

Synonyms

harmonist
vsharmonizer
6.9

A person who arranges notes or voices to sound good together

is a performing musician who sings or plays parts to make harmony with others

Surface Forms

harmonizer singular
harmonizers plural

Morphology

harmonizer = harmonize (transparent) = harmonize + er

Standard agentive derivation: the verb 'harmonize' (to make harmonious) plus '-er' yields 'one who harmonizes'.

Etymology

Harmonizer comes from harmony, which means 'agreement of sounds' or when notes 'fit together'. So a musical harmonizer is someone who sings or plays extra parts that make the music sound full and fit with the lead voice.