drummer

noun
UK /ˈdrʌm.ər/
US /ˈdrʌm.ɚ/

A drummer is a person who plays the drums.

The drummer kept a steady beat for the whole song.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A traveling salesperson who sells goods door to door.

In the old days, a drummer would visit farms to sell pots and tools.

3. A fish that makes a drumming sound.

We caught a small drummer near the rocks.

4. A person who drums their fingers or taps repeatedly.

The impatient drummer tapped on the table while waiting.