ensemble
noun
all the parts of a thing taken together, so that each part is considered only in relation to the whole.
ensembles
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pluralof ensemble.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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His blend of humor and pathos demands a high-wire act from his ensembles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
Swift and husband Travis Kelce's choice of the venerable Parisian house for their New York wedding ensembles this weekend represented a major coup for the LVMH-owned brand.
From Barron's ● Jul. 6, 2026
The orchestra, one of the oldest amateur ensembles in Africa, includes retirees, high-school students, surgeons and engineers.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 5, 2026
Gospel choirs, country musicians, jazz ensembles, mariachi groups, Indigenous performers, military bands and local community orchestras share stages throughout the city.
From Salon ● Jul. 4, 2026
Miss Lacey checked everyone’s ensembles, making last-minute adjustments and giving final instructions as to how to show off the pieces.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
