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choral

adjective cho·ral \ˈkȯr-əl\

: of or relating to a choir or chorus : sung by a choir or chorus

Full Definition of CHORAL

: of or relating to a chorus or choir <a choral group>

: sung or designed for singing by a choir <a choral arrangement>

— cho·ral·ly \-ə-lē\ adverb

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

First Known Use: 1587

CHORALLY Defined for Kids

adjective cho·ral \ˈkȯr-əl\

: of or relating to a choir or chorus <choral music>

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