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choral

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈkɔɹəɫ// choral

adj. relating to a group of people singing together. You use this to describe music written for a choir.

adj. relating to, written for, or performed by a choir or chorus. Often used attributively before a noun.


SIMPLE

The school has a wonderful choral group.

CONTEXTUAL

The cathedral is famous for its choral tradition, hosting performances that draw crowds from across the country.

COMPLEX

Beethoven's Ninth Symphony is celebrated for its innovative choral finale, which integrates vocal soloists and a full choir into the traditional symphonic structure.

Synonyms
Etymology 1

From Late Latin choralis, from Latin chorus.

Etymology 2

See chorale. Hence, cognate with etymology 1.

Usage

Typically precedes the noun it modifies; often pairs with 'music', 'work', or 'arrangement'.

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