classical

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/ˈklæsɪkl̩/ English

Definitions

noun

One that is classical in some way; for example, a classical economist.

adjective

Of or relating to the first class or rank, especially in literature or art.
Of or pertaining to established principles in a discipline.
Describing European music and musicians of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
Describing art music (rather than pop, jazz, blues, etc), especially when played using instruments of the orchestra.

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Synonyms

classic neoclassic neoclassical standard authoritative definitive hellenic greco-roman classics traditional formal mainstream conventional conservative ordinary regular

Associated

philology antiquity liberalism mechanics pianist repertoire quantum violinist crossover mozart ballet revival

Rhymes

fascicle neoclassical semiclassical

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