Meaning of the word tragedian in English

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tragedian

US /trəˈdʒiː.di.ən/
UK /trəˈdʒiː.di.ən/
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Noun

1.

an actor who specializes in tragic roles

Example:
He was a renowned tragedian, famous for his powerful portrayal of Hamlet.
The young tragedian captivated the audience with his emotional performance.
2.

a writer of tragedies

Example:
Sophocles is considered one of the greatest Greek tragedians.
Her latest novel reads like a modern tragedian's work.