orchestration

noun

or·​ches·​tra·​tion ˌȯr-kə-ˈstrā-shən How to pronounce orchestration (audio)
1
: the arrangement of a musical composition for performance by an orchestra
also : orchestral treatment of a musical composition
2
: harmonious organization
develop a world community through orchestration of cultural diversitiesL. K. Frank
orchestrational adjective

Examples of orchestration in a Sentence

the trade representatives are working towards an orchestration of the two countries' often competing economic interests
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Kubernetes has become the cornerstone for managing and scaling containerized applications, designed to ensure application reliability, uptime and high availability through its core orchestration capabilities. Ben Ofiri, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024 His use of pop, jazz, and orchestration in scores influenced future generations of film composers. David Faris, Newsweek, 4 Nov. 2024 The orchestra, discreetly visible on the set’s upper level, brings out the vibrancy of Tom Kitt’s arrangements and orchestrations. Charles McNulty, Los Angeles Times, 11 Oct. 2024 Choice’s subscriber acquisition and retention efforts, and noted her orchestrations of campaigns like the one for German series Babylon Berlin, a signature title. Dade Hayes, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for orchestration 

Word History

First Known Use

1849, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of orchestration was in 1849

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“Orchestration.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/orchestration. Accessed 26 Nov. 2024.

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