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musical

Syllabification: (mu·si·cal)
Pronunciation: /ˈmyo͞ozikəl/
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Definition of musical

adjective

  • 1of or relating 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; tuneful:they burst out into rich, musical laughter

noun

  • a play or movie in which singing and dancing play an essential part. Musicals developed from light opera in the early 20th century.

Derivatives

musically

Pronunciation: /-ik(ə)lē/
adverb

Origin:

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

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