1. a person who leads singing in a religious service, especially in a Jewish synagogue
2. a church official who leads the choir or congregation in singing
Usage: Christian worship

Examples

• The cantor’s beautiful voice filled the synagogue during the service.
• She trained for years to become a cantor at the temple.
• The cantor led the congregation in singing the traditional hymns.
• During High Holy Days, the cantor chanted the ancient prayers.
• The church hired a new cantor to direct the choir.
• The cantor’s melodic voice guided the worshippers through the service.