suite

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun Computing

n. a collection of computer programs that are sold together and work with each other.

n. a collection of related software applications designed to work together and often sharing a common user interface.

“Most offices use a standard suite of programs for writing documents and emails.”

“The creative suite includes professional tools for photo editing, vector illustration, and video production within a single subscription model.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Music Formal

n. a set of short musical pieces that are played one after another.

n. an ordered series of instrumental or orchestral movements, often based on dance rhythms or extracted from a larger work like a ballet.

日本語:組曲※

“The orchestra performed a famous suite from the ballet.”

“The composer arranged a six-movement suite for solo cello, drawing inspiration from traditional folk dances of the region.”

B2 · Upper Intermediate Countable noun British English

n. a matching set of furniture, like a sofa and chairs for a living room.

n. a matching set of furniture designed for a specific room, such as a dining room or lounge.

“They bought a new leather suite for their living room.”

“The showroom displayed a mahogany dining suite consisting of a large table and eight matching upholstered chairs.”

C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Formal · Literary

n. a group of people who travel with and help an important person.

n. a group of attendants or staff accompanying a high-ranking person; a retinue.

“The queen arrived at the palace with her suite of advisors.”

“The ambassador and his suite were ushered into the grand hall under heavy security escort.”