noun
- a person who plays the pan (steel drum), especially in Caribbean music and carnival celebrations
Usage: chiefly Caribbean English; often used in Trinidad and Tobago
Examples
- The pannist led the steel band through the carnival parade with skill and energy.
- She has been a pannist for over twenty years and is respected throughout the community.
- Local pannists gathered to practice for the upcoming festival.
- The young pannist impressed the audience with his rhythmic precision.
- Many pannists in Trinidad have achieved international recognition for their artistry.