1. a musician who plays the contrabass (double bass)
Usage: music; also called a double bassist

Examples

• The contrabassist provided a deep, resonant foundation for the orchestra.
• She studied for years to become a skilled contrabassist.
• The jazz ensemble featured a talented contrabassist on upright bass.
• The contrabassist's low notes anchored the entire string section.
• He joined the philharmonic as principal contrabassist.