Choric

//ˈkɒɹɪk// adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Including or involving a Greek chorus not-comparable
  2. 2
    Of or pertaining to Greek choral poetic forms: odes, paeans, dithyrambs, etc. not-comparable

    "Other occasions there were of far different character, but equally demanding the services of the choric poet."

  3. 3
    Intended to be sung by a choir or chorus (e.g. a hymn) not-comparable
Adjective
  1. 1
    relating to or written for or in the style of a Greek chorus wordnet

Synonyms

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baritonebassbravurachoralcoloraturadramatic

Example

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"Other occasions there were of far different character, but equally demanding the services of the choric poet."

Etymology

From Latin choricus.

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