n. [ From Rhapsody. ] 1. Anciently, one who recited or composed a rhapsody; especially, one whose profession was to recite the verses of Hormer and other epic poets. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. Hence, one who recites or sings poems for a livelihood; one who makes and repeats verses extempore. [ 1913 Webster ]

The same populace sit for hours listening to rhapsodists who recite Ariosto. Carlyle. [ 1913 Webster ]

3. One who writes or speaks disconnectedly and with great excitement or affectation of feeling. I. Watts. [ 1913 Webster ]