artist /ˈɑːtɪst/ CET4 TEM4

• 1. 

  N-COUNT An artist is someone who draws or paints pictures or creates sculptures as a job or a hobby. 美术家

  例：

  ...the studio of a great artist.

  …一位伟大美术家的工作室。

  例：

  Each poster is signed by the artist.

  每张海报都由这位美术家签了名。

• 2. 

  N-COUNT An artist is a person who creates novels, poems, films, or other things which can be considered as works of art. 文学艺术家

  例：

  His books are enormously easy to read, yet he is a serious artist.

  他的书极易读，然而他却是一位严肃的文学艺术家。

• 3. 

  N-COUNT An artist is a performer such as a musician, actor, or dancer. 表演艺术家

  例：

  ...a popular artist who has sold millions of records.

  …一位卖了上百万张唱片的、受人欢迎的表演艺术家。