Main Entry:

¹en·sem·ble

Pronunciation:

\än-ˈsäm-bəl, äⁿ-\

Function:

noun

Etymology:

French, from ensemble together, from Old French, from Latin insimul at the same time, from in- + simul at the same time — more at same

Date:

1750

: a group producing a single effect: as a: concerted music of two or more parts b: a complete costume of harmonizing or complementary clothing and accessories c (1): the musicians engaged in the performance of a musical ensemble (2): a group of supporting players, singers, or dancers ; especially : corps de ballet