chorus
|cho/rus|
B1
/ˈkɔːrəs/
group singing
Etymology
Etymology Information
'chorus' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'khoros,' where 'khoros' meant 'a group of singers and dancers.'
Historical Evolution
'khoros' changed from the Latin word 'chorus' and eventually became the modern English word 'chorus.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a group of singers and dancers,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a group of singers or a repeated section of a song.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a group of singers who perform together, typically in a church or theater setting.
The chorus sang beautifully during the concert.
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Noun 2
a repeated section of a song, typically following each verse.
The chorus of the song is very catchy.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35