First Known Use: 1828
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septet
noun sep·tet \sep-ˈtet\
: a group of seven singers or musicians who perform together
: a piece of music that is meant to be performed by seven people
Full Definition of SEPTET
1
: a musical composition for seven instruments or voices
2
: a group or set of seven; especially : the performers of a septet
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Origin of SEPTET
German, from Latin septem
Rhymes with SEPTET
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SEPTET Defined for Kids
septet
noun sep·tet \sep-ˈtet\
Definition of SEPTET for Kids
: a group or set of seven
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