ensemble

The definition of an ensemble is two or more people or things that function together as a whole.

(noun)

See ensemble in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

all the parts considered as a whole; total effect
a whole costume, esp. one of matching or complementary articles of dress
1. a company of actors, dancers, etc., or all but the featured stars
2. their performance together
Music
1. a small group of musicians playing or singing together
2. the instruments or voices constituting such a group
3. the performance together of such a group, or of all the members of an orchestra, chorus, etc.

Origin: Fr < OFr, together < L insimul, at the same time < in-, in + simul, at the same time: see same

See ensemble in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun

A unit or group of complementary parts that contribute to a single effect, especially:
a. A coordinated outfit or costume.
b. A coordinated set of furniture.
c. A group of musicians, singers, dancers, or actors who perform together: an improvisational theater ensemble; a woodwind ensemble.
Music
a. A work for two or more vocalists or instrumentalists.
b. The performance of such a work.

Origin:

Origin: French

Origin: , from Old French, together

Origin: , from Late Latin īnsimul, at the same time

Origin: : in-, intensive pref.; see in-²

Origin: + simul, at the same time; see sem-¹ in Indo-European roots

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