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