symphony orchestra

symphony orchestra

noun

Definition of SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

: a large orchestra of winds, strings, and percussion that plays symphonic works

Examples of SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

1. She's a member of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra.
2. <plays oboe in the local symphony orchestra>

First Known Use of SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

circa 1881

Related to SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

Synonyms: orchestra, philharmonic, symphony, ²band

Related Words: brass band, chamber orchestra, sinfonietta; brasses, strings, woodwinds; combo, ensemble, group; company, troupe; duo, octet, quartet (also quartette), quintet, septet, sextet, trio

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