First Known Use: 1811
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quintet
noun quin·tet \kwin-ˈtet\
: a group of five singers or musicians who perform together
: a piece of music for five singers or musicians
Full Definition of QUINTET
1
: a musical composition or movement for five instruments or voices
2
: a group or set of five: as a : the performers of a quintet b : a basketball team
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Origin of QUINTET
quintet from Italian quintetto, from quinto fifth, from Latin quintus; quintette from French, from Italian quintetto
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QUINTET Defined for Kids
quintet
noun quin·tet \kwin-ˈtet\
Definition of QUINTET for Kids
1
: a piece of music for five instruments or voices
2
: a group of five singers or musicians who perform together
3
: a group or set of five
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