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musical

Pronunciation: /ˈmjuːzɪk(ə)l/

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Definition of musical

adjective

  • 1relating to music:they shared similar musical tastes
  • set to or accompanied by music:an evening of musical entertainment
  • fond of or skilled in music:Henry was very musical, but his wife was tone-deaf
  • 2having a pleasant sound; melodious or tuneful:they burst out into rich, musical laughter

noun

  • a play or film in which singing and dancing play an essential part. Musicals developed from light opera in the early 20th century: a hit West End musical, Miss Saigon

Derivatives

musicality

noun

musically

adverb

Origin:

late Middle English: from Old French, from medieval Latin musicalis, from Latin musica (see music)

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Definition of musical in the US English dictionary

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