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CHOIR: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for CHOIR?

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Need another word that means the same as “choir”? Find 5 synonyms and 30 related words for “choir” in this overview.

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Choir as a Noun
Definitions of "Choir" as a noun
Synonyms of "Choir" as a noun (4 Words)
Usage Examples of "Choir" as a noun
Choir as a Verb
Definitions of "Choir" as a verb
Synonyms of "Choir" as a verb (1 Word)
Associations of "Choir" (30 Words)

The synonyms of “Choir” are: consort, singers, chorus, chorale

Choir as a Noun

Definitions of "Choir" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “choir” as a noun can have the following definitions:

One of two or more subdivisions of such a group performing together.
The area occupied by singers; the part of the chancel between sanctuary and nave.
A family of similar musical instrument playing together.
The part of a cathedral or large church between the high altar and the nave, used by the choir and clergy.
An organized group of singers, especially one that takes part in church services or performs in public.
A group of instruments of one family playing together.
A chorus that sings as part of a religious ceremony.

Synonyms of "Choir" as a noun (4 Words)

chorale	A musical composition consisting of or resembling a harmonized version of a chorale.
chorus	A section of text spoken by the chorus in drama. A chorus* pedal.*
consort	The husband or wife of a reigning monarch. Queen Victoria and her consort* Prince Albert.*
singers	A person who sings.

Usage Examples of "Choir" as a noun

A church choir.
It has tall, twin western towers and spires and a long nave and choir.
His famous Spem in alium for eight five-part choirs.
A clarinet choir.
The choir of the University of Ulster.

Choir as a Verb

Definitions of "Choir" as a verb

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “choir” as a verb can have the following definitions:

Sing in a choir.

Synonyms of "Choir" as a verb (1 Word)

chorus

Utter in unison.
Morning Sister the nurses chorused.

Associations of "Choir" (30 Words)

alto	The lowest female singing voice contralto. Alto flute.
aria	A long accompanied song for a solo voice, typically one in an opera or oratorio.
baritone	A singer with a baritone voice. He starred as a baritone.
cantata	A medium-length narrative piece of music for voices with instrumental accompaniment, typically with solos, chorus, and orchestra.
choral	Related to or written for or performed by a chorus or choir. A choral* work.*
chorale	A musical composition consisting of or resembling a harmonized version of a chorale.
chorus	A section of text spoken by the chorus in drama. Morning Sister the nurses chorused.
concert	Joint action, especially in the committing of a crime. They started meeting regularly to concert* their parliamentary tactics.*
concerto	A musical composition for a solo instrument or instruments accompanied by an orchestra, especially one conceived on a relatively large scale.
contralto	A part written for a contralto voice. She sang in a high contralto.
ensemble	The coordination between performers executing an ensemble passage. Cherubini s numbers with solos and ensembles intermingled have a freedom and originality.
hum	Sound with a monotonous hum. The refrigerator is humming.
madrigal	Sing madrigals. The group was madrigaling beautifully.
music	The score or scores of a musical composition or compositions. He fell asleep to the music* of the wind chimes.*
oratorio	A musical composition for voices and orchestra based on a religious text.
orchestra	The part of a theatre where the orchestra plays typically in front of the stage and on a lower level.
philharmonic	Devoted to or appreciative of music. The most philharmonic* ear is at times deeply affected by a simple air.*
pianist	A person who plays the piano.
piano	Low loudness. The piano* passages in the composition.*
rehearsal	The action or process of rehearsing. A rehearsal* will be held the day before the wedding.*
rondo	A musical form with a recurring leading theme, often found in the final movement of a sonata or concerto.
serenade	Entertain someone with a serenade. She was serenaded by her admirers.
sing	A meeting for amateur singing. The kettle was singing.
singing	The act of singing vocal music. His singing* is rich toned.*
soloist	A musician who performs a solo. He appears as a concerto soloist* with all the great British orchestras.*
sonata	A composition for an instrumental soloist often with a piano accompaniment typically in several movements with one or more in sonata form.
soprano	A female or boy singer with a soprano voice. Soprano sax.
symphony	A long and complex sonata for symphony orchestra. Autumn is a symphony* of texture and pattern.*
tenor	A singer with a tenor voice. Although I disagreed with him I could follow the tenor* of his argument.*
violin	Bowed stringed instrument that is the highest member of the violin family this instrument has four strings and a hollow body and an unfretted fingerboard and is played with a bow.