Bagpiper: meaning, definitions and examples

Use when specifically referring to someone who plays the bagpipes, often in cultural or traditional settings.

• The bagpiper played a haunting tune during the ceremony.
• We hired a bagpiper for the Scottish-themed event.

Refers to a type of bat and is not related to music or musicians. Using it in the context of musicians would be incorrect.

• The pipistrelle flitted about in the twilight.
• We saw several pipistrelles near the old barn.

Can refer to someone who plays any kind of pipe instrument, not limited to bagpipes. It’s more flexible but could be confusing without additional context.

• The piper stood on the hill playing a melody.
• They needed a piper for the traditional song.

A general term for someone who performs music, suitable for any kind of musician, including bagpipers.

• The musical performer entertained the crowd with various instruments.
• The festival featured several musical performers from around the world.