n. [ L. psalmista, Gr. &unr_;: cf. F. psalmiste. See Psalm. ] 1. A writer or composer of sacred songs; -- a title particularly applied to David and the other authors of the Scriptural psalms. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. (R. C. Ch.) A clerk, precentor, singer, or leader of music, in the church. [ 1913 Webster ]