string quartet

noun

1

: a composition for string quartet

2

: a quartet of performers on stringed instruments usually including a first and second violin, a viola, and a cello

Examples of string quartet in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Classical instrumentation has since become commonplace in pop, but in 1965 the combination of solo acoustic guitar and string quartet sounded startlingly unlike anything expected from a rock band. — Jordan Runtagh, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2026

Each of these Candlelight Concerts features a string quartet playing popular songs from artists like Fleetwood Mac, Queen and ABBA. — Lesly Gregory, AJC.com, 1 Sep. 2026

Other times, a phantom string quartet warmed up. — Will MacKin, New Yorker, 28 June 2026

Adams offered two incidental new piano pieces and one for string quartet containing his characteristic rhythmic excitement and melodic eloquence. — Classical Music Critic, Los Angeles Times, 23 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1875, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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