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Definition of orchestral

orchestral

/ɔːrˈkɛstrəl/
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Adverb:orchestrally
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1

Relating to, composed for, or performed by an orchestra.

Example

"The film features a sweeping orchestral score recorded by the London Symphony Orchestra."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from 'orchestra' plus the suffix '-al'. 'Orchestra' comes via Latin from Ancient Greek 'orkhestra', the semicircular space in front of a theater stage where the chorus danced, derived from 'orkheisthai' ('to dance').

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