pianism

[ pee-uh-niz-uhm, pee-an-iz-, pyan- ]
noun

  1. the artistry and technique of a pianist.

  2. performance by a pianist: an evening of first-rate pianism.

Origin of pianism

1
First recorded in 1835–45; pian(o)1 + -ism

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British Dictionary definitions for pianism

pianism

/ (ˈpiːəˌnɪzəm) /

noun

  1. technique, skill, or artistry in playing the piano

Derived forms of pianism

  • pianistic, adjective

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