maestro
noun/ˈmaɪstrəʊ/
/ˈmaɪstrəʊ/
(plural maestros)
often used as a way of addressing somebody, showing respect- a great performer, especially a musician
- Maestro Giulini
- The winning goal was scored by the maestro himself.
Word Originearly 18th cent.: Italian, ‘master’, from Latin magister.Want to learn more?
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