Com‐pos″er (?), n. 1. One who composes; an author. Specifically, an author of a piece of music.
If the thoughts of such authors have nothing in them, they at least... show an honest industry and a good intention in the composer.
Addison.
His most brilliant and solid glory is founded upon his talents as a composer.
Moore (Encyc. of Mus.).
2. One who, or that which, quiets or calms; one who adjusts a difference.
Sweet composers of the pensive soul.
Gay.