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Definition of choreograph

choreograph

/ˈkɔːr.i.ə.ɡræf/
cho · re · o · graph
Adverb:choreographically
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Adjective:choreographic
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Past Simple:choreographed
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Past Participle:choreographed
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Present Participle:choreographing
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choreograph Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To compose and arrange the sequence of steps and movements for a performance of dance.

Example

"The artistic director was hired to choreograph a modern ballet for the upcoming spring season."

2

To plan and coordinate the elements of an event or situation carefully and precisely.

Example

"The diplomatic summit was carefully choreographed to project a strong sense of unity among the allied nations."

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• Rhymes for choreograph

• Nearby Words

chorally
chord
chore
choreograph
choreographer
choreographic
choreography

Word Origin & Etymology

Back-formed in the 1930s from 'choreography', which derives via French from Ancient Greek 'khoreia' (a choral dance) and '-graphia' (writing), originally referring to the written notation of dance steps.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Choreograph. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/choreograph
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