ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Choric

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈkɒɹɪk/ · Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Choric is an adjective meaning Including or involving a Greek chorus.

Meaning

Including or involving a Greek chorus.

More Meanings

  1. Of or pertaining to Greek choral poetic forms: odes, paeans, dithyrambs, etc.
  2. (poetry) Intended to be sung by a choir or chorus (e.g. a hymn)

Example Sentences

Other occasions there were of far different character, but equally demanding the services of the choric poet.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include choristic, choreutic, choragic, choriambic, choral, chorismatic.

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