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symphonette

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[sim-fuh-net] / ˌsɪm fəˈnɛt /

noun

  1. a small symphony orchestra that usually specializes in playing short, familiar classical works or salon music.

Etymology

Origin of symphonette

symphon(y) + -ette

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His New World symphonette is delivered in elegant cadences.

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