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choral

Pronunciation: /ˈkɔːr(ə)l/
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Definition of choral

adjective

  • composed for or sung by a choir or chorus:a choral work
  • engaged in or concerned with singing:a choral scholar

Derivatives

chorally

adverb

Origin:

late 16th century: from medieval Latin choralis, from Latin chorus (see chorus)

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