choir

[kwʌɪər]

choir Definition

• 1. a group of people who sing together, for example in a church or school
• 2. a section of a large group of singers, typically consisting of sopranos, altos, tenors, and basses
• 3. a group of instruments of the same kind

Using choir: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "choir" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The church choir sang beautifully during the service.

• Example

  She joined the school choir to improve her singing skills.

• Example

  The choir performed a stunning rendition of Handel's Messiah.

• Example

  The orchestra has a brass choir and a woodwind choir.

choir Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for choir

• chorus
• ensemble
• glee club
• vocal group

Phrases with choir

• boys' choir

  a choir consisting of boys or young men, typically with unchanged voices

  Example

  The boys' choir sang at the Christmas concert.

• church choir

  a choir that sings in a church service

  Example

  The church choir practices every Thursday evening.

• gospel choir

  a choir that sings gospel music, typically in a church setting

  Example

  The gospel choir brought the congregation to their feet with their powerful performance.

Origins of choir

from Old French 'cheguer', meaning 'to sing'

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Summary: choir in Brief

A 'choir' [kwʌɪər] is a group of people who sing together, often in a church or school setting. It can also refer to a section of a larger group of singers or a group of instruments of the same kind. Examples include a boys' choir, church choir, and gospel choir.