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symphony orchestra

sym·pho·ny or·ches·tra (plural sym·pho·ny or·ches·tras)


noun 
Definition:
 
large orchestra performing symphonies: a large orchestra that includes wind, string, and percussion instruments and plays symphonies and other works scored for these instruments

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