The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 7 letter word PIANIST
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More clues leading to the result PIANIST
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- . A name is inscribed in orchestra area identifying instrumentalist
- Unfinished track cut by a popular backing musician …
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- Player: one is found in orchestral area
- Man is put into part — player on stage?
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The straight part
We know that "Player" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case player = pianist.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does PIANIST mean?
PIANIST noun- A person who plays the piano, particularly with skill or as part of an orchestra.
- (WWII) A spy using radio or wireless telegraphy to keep in touch with headquarters during the Second World War