First Known Use: 15th century
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1musical
adjective mu·si·cal \ˈmyü-zi-kəl\
: of or relating to music
: having the pleasing qualities of music
: enjoying music : having a talent for playing music
Full Definition of MUSICAL
2
: having an interest in or talent for music
3
: set to or accompanied by music
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Origin of MUSICAL
Middle English, from Medieval Latin musicalis, from musica
Related to MUSICAL
- Synonyms
- euphonious, lyrical, mellifluent, mellifluous, mellow, melodic, melodious, lyric
- Antonyms
- unlyrical
2musical
noun
: a movie or play that tells a story with songs and often dancing
Full Definition of MUSICAL
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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First Known Use of MUSICAL
1823
MUSICAL Defined for Kids
1musical
adjective mu·si·cal \ˈmyü-zi-kəl\
Definition of MUSICAL for Kids
1
: having to do with music or the writing or performing of music <musical instruments>
2
: pleasing like music <a musical voice>
3
: fond of or talented in music <a musical family>
4
: set to music <a musical play>
— mu·si·cal·ly adverb <a musically talented child>
2musical
noun
Definition of MUSICAL for Kids
: a movie or play that tells a story with both speaking and singing
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