This is the 18276th most frequent Russian word.
шахматисты
Chess players.
The word 'шахматисты' identifies people who play chess, emphasizing their role as participants in the activity (chess).
Шахматисты проводят турнир каждую неделю.
Chess players hold a tournament every week.
In this sentence, 'шахматисты' denotes individuals who are recognized for their skill or reputation in playing chess.
На фотографии изображены известные шахматисты.
The photograph shows famous chess players.
The use of 'шахматисты' refers to a subgroup of people (the young ones) who play chess, highlighting their achievements.