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noun

a small orchestra, commonly of about 25 players.

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First appeared around 1750, and is related to the French word “braguette” for the name of codpiece armor.

First appeared in 1610, based on the French word “baguette” for the long loaf of bread.

First appeared in 1555, and is related to the French word “raquette” for a netted bat.

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Origin of chamber orchestra

First recorded in 1925–30

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British Dictionary definitions for chamber orchestra

chamber orchestra

noun

a small orchestra consisting of about 25 players, used for the authentic performance of baroque and early classical music as well as modern music written specifically for a small orchestra

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