sampler /ˈsæmplɚ/noun 5forms 1phrases 1 noun5 •Someone whose job is to take samples. •A representative selection of a larger group.He also made a sampler CD, with one minute samples of 26 of their songs, for free distribution to people they met in Buffalo, and to others who showed an interest in their music. — 2012 •An electronic musical instrument that records and plays back samples of recordings. •A piece of needlework embroidered with a variety of designs. •A device that takes samples. formssamplers Phrases with sampler Whitman's samplerA diverse collection.