Definition of PHILHARMONIC

philharmonic

Meanings

Plural: philharmonics

Noun

  • a large orchestra; can perform symphonies
  • A full-size symphony orchestra.

Adjective

  • composing or characteristic of an orchestral group
    • "philharmonic players"

Adjective Satellite

  • devoted to or appreciative of music
    • "the most philharmonic ear is at times deeply affected by a simple air"

Adj

  • Appreciative of music, but especially to its performance; devoted to music.

Origin / Etymology

From French philharmonique. By surface analysis, phil- + harmonic.

Synonyms

philharmonic orchestra, symphony, symphony orchestra

Scrabble Score: 24

philharmonic is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
philharmonic is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
philharmonic is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 27

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