choral

adjective

cho·​ral ˈkȯr-əl How to pronounce choral (audio)
1
: of or relating to a chorus or choir
a choral group
2
: sung or designed for singing by a choir
a choral arrangement
chorally adverb

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This vibrant, free afternoon concert will feature a rich selection of beloved American choral favorites, including rousing gospel selections, powerful spirituals, and timeless classics that resonate across generations, a news release stated. News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 23 Apr. 2026 Oh yeah, there’s really eerie choral music playing during that scene in the episode. Zoe Papelis, Vulture, 22 Apr. 2026 Song writes with an adept eye and ear, examining time and rendering the choral and communal, the singularity of human life. Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Apr. 2026 Beautiful Wait Chapel is worth a visit any time of year, but December's Moravian Lovefeast, with sweet buns and choral music, is the largest event of its kind in the country. Nicole Letts, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for choral

Word History

Etymology

French or Medieval Latin; French choral, from Medieval Latin choralis, from Latin chorus

First Known Use

circa 1531, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of choral was circa 1531

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“Choral.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/choral. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.

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choral

adjective
cho·​ral ˈkōr-əl How to pronounce choral (audio)
ˈkȯr-
1
: of or relating to a chorus or choir
a choral group
2
: sung or recited by a chorus or choir
a choral arrangement
chorally adverb

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