Meaning & Definition of word "Quintet"
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Quintet
/kwɪnˈtɛt/
noun:
- 1. A group of five people or things.
- Example: The jazz quintet played a mesmerizing set at the local club.
- 2. A musical composition for five instruments or voices.
- Example: Beethoven's Quintet for Piano and Winds is a masterpiece of chamber music.
- 3. A group of five musicians who perform together.
- Example: The string quintet consisted of two violins, a viola, a cello, and a double bass.
Etymology
From the Italian 'quintetto', which comes from 'quinto', meaning 'fifth'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
string quintet:
A musical ensemble consisting of two violins, a viola, and two cellos.
brass quintet:
A group of five brass musicians, often including trumpets, horns, and a tuba.
piano quintet:
A musical composition for piano and four other instruments.
Related Words
quartet:
A group of four musicians or singers.
sextet:
A group of six musicians or singers.
octet:
A group of eight musicians or singers.
Slang Meanings of quintet
Meaning: A small group of friends or peers.
Example Sentence: We formed a quintet to tackle the project together.