septet

noun

sep·​tet sep-ˈtet How to pronounce septet (audio)
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1
: a musical composition for seven instruments or voices
2
: a group or set of seven
especially : the performers of a septet

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Suga was the final member to be discharged in June 2025, clearing the way for the boys to get back in the studio as a septet. Jennifer Zhan, Vulture, 19 Mar. 2026 The artificial septet also nabbed the trophy for worst supporting actor. Lisa Respers France, CNN Money, 14 Mar. 2026 In April, the septet will kick off its highly anticipated world tour, beginning with a string of shows in Goyang, South Korea. Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 24 Feb. 2026 The septet – comprised of members Jurin, Chisa, Hinata, Harvey, Juria, Maya, and Cocona – all each has their own style and freedom to express themselves. Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 23 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for septet

Word History

Etymology

German, from Latin septem

First Known Use

1799, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of septet was in 1799

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“Septet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/septet. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.

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septet

noun
sep·​tet
variants also septette
sep-ˈtet
1
: a musical composition for seven instruments or voices
2
: a group or set of seven
especially : the musicians that perform a septet

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