Also means
comedian
Usage Note
Umorista is an epicene noun — the same form is used for both sexes, distinguished only by the article: l'umorista (m/f). The plural differs by gender: gli umoristi (m), le umoriste (f). It refers to someone who practises or writes humour, slightly more literary than comico (comic performer). Related: umorismo (n m, humour), umoristico (adj, humorous).
Examples
"È un noto umorista televisivo."
Natural Translation
He is a well-known television humorist.
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