choral

adjective

cho·​ral ˈkȯr-əl How to pronounce choral (audio)
1
: of or relating to a chorus or choir
a choral group
2
: sung or designed for singing by a choir
a choral arrangement
chorally adverb

Examples of choral in a Sentence

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Terpsichore Terpsichore is the Muse of dance and choral song, often depicted with a lyre or dancing shoes. Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 20 Jan. 2025 Helen was an accomplished pianist who performed at music recitals and community and church events, in addition to working as concert coordinator and choral director before and after her retirement. Angel Saunders, People.com, 3 Jan. 2025 Cincinnati Opera performs interactive choral experience featuring holiday classics and lively performances to enjoy amid gentle yoga class for people with dementia and their caregivers. Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 29 Dec. 2024 Not content with one musical option, sheriff’s officials also let in choral groups and a five-piece band. Keri Blakinger, Los Angeles Times, 26 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for choral 

Word History

Etymology

French or Medieval Latin; French choral, from Medieval Latin choralis, from Latin chorus

First Known Use

1587, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of choral was in 1587

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“Choral.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/choral. Accessed 29 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

choral

adjective
cho·​ral ˈkōr-əl How to pronounce choral (audio)
ˈkȯr-
1
: of or relating to a chorus or choir
a choral group
2
: sung or recited by a chorus or choir
a choral arrangement
chorally adverb

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