Bandsman
(noun)
- A member of a band, especially a military band or an orchestra.
- A musician who is a member of a band or an orchestra.
Origin:
This word is made up by combining the word "band" and "man" which refers to a member of a band, especially a military band or an orchestra.
Examples:
- He was a bandsman in the army band.
- The bandsman played the trumpet in the school band.
- The bandsmen were dressed in their uniforms for the parade.
- The bandsman was a skilled musician and had been playing in the orchestra for many years.
- The bandsman was a professional musician and played in multiple bands and orchestras.