mu·si·cal
ˈmyü-zi-kəl 
2
: having an interest in or talent for music
3
: set to or accompanied by music
4
: of or relating to musicians or music lovers
1
archaic
: musicale
2
: a film or theatrical production typically of a sentimental or humorous nature that consists of musical numbers and dialogue based on a unifying plot
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Adjective
She has a very musical voice.
the musical sounds of the babbling brook
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Otto Rabe, Cincinnati Enquirer, 11 Sep. 2025
The sung-through show — which tells the story of America's birth through a modern lens set to a score of hip-hop, R&B, pop and traditional show tunes — became an instant sensation upon its debut, ushering in a whole new generation of musical theater fans.
—Dave Quinn, People.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Condon wanted to pay tribute to classic musicals such as Singin' in the Rain, Silk Stockings, Les Girls, and The Thief.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Sep. 2025
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Adjective
His commercials have graced Southwest Ohio TVs over the last two decades and inspired Reddit posts, Halloween costumes and even a surprisingly enjoyable lo-fi musical remix on YouTube.
—Otto Rabe, Cincinnati Enquirer, 11 Sep. 2025
The sung-through show — which tells the story of America's birth through a modern lens set to a score of hip-hop, R&B, pop and traditional show tunes — became an instant sensation upon its debut, ushering in a whole new generation of musical theater fans.
—Dave Quinn, People.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Noun
Based on Rodgers and Hammerstein's Broadway show, the beloved big-screen musical opened in theaters on March 2, 1965.
—Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 12 Sep. 2025
Condon wanted to pay tribute to classic musicals such as Singin' in the Rain, Silk Stockings, Les Girls, and The Thief.
—Maureen Lee Lenker, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Sep. 2025
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“Musical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/musical. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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musical
1 of 2 adjective
mu·si·cal
ˈmyü-zi-kəl
1
a
: of or relating to music or the writing or performance of music
musical instruments
b
: having the pleasing harmonious qualities of music
a musical voice
2
: fond of or gifted in music
a musical family
3
: set to or accompanied by music
musical
2 of 2 noun
: a film or play that tells a story and that includes both musical numbers and dialogue
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