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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Acts can range from professional bands and student ensembles to casual players performing for an audience for the first time.
From MarketWatch ● Sep. 24, 2026
Kusama, who had voluntarily lived in a pyschiatric hospital for decades, was known for her bright-red wig and quirky polka-dot ensembles.
From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026
His blend of humor and pathos demands a high-wire act from his ensembles.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
This romp about Fiorilla, a flirty young woman with a roving eye who is married to Geronio, a wealthy old Neapolitan, is packed with hilarious, fast-moving ensembles.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 20, 2026
We’re known all over the city for being one of the best theater ensembles for teens, and we put plays on every year, inviting the whole community.
From "Watch Us Rise" by Renée Watson and Ellen Hagan
