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chorale

Pronunciation: /kɒˈrɑːl/

Definition of chorale

noun

  • 1a stately hymn tune, especially one associated with the German Lutheran Church.
  • a musical composition consisting of or resembling a harmonized version of a chorale.
  • 2US a choir or choral society.

Origin:

mid 19th century: from German Choral(gesang), translating medieval Latin cantus choralis

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Definition of chorale in the US English dictionary