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    musical
    /ˈmjuːzɪkl/

    adjective

    • 1. relating to music: "they shared similar musical tastes"
    • 2. having a pleasant sound; melodious or tuneful: "they burst out into rich, musical laughter"

    noun

    • 1. a play or film in which singing and dancing play an essential part. Musicals developed from light opera in the early 20th century: "a hit West End musical, Miss Saigon"

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishMUSICAL | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    Learn the meaning of musical as an adjective and a noun, and see how it is used in sentences and phrases. Find out the difference between musical and musicals, and explore related words and translations.

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    Learn the meaning of musical as an adjective and a noun, with synonyms, examples, and word history. Find out how to use musical in a sentence and explore related phrases and entries.

  4. www.britannica.com › art › musicalMusical | Definition, History, Broadway, Examples, & Facts

    3 days ago · A musical is a theatrical production that is characteristically sentimental and amusing in nature, with a simple but distinctive plot, and offering music, dancing, and dialogue. Notable musicals include Show Boat (1927), Oklahoma!

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  5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishMUSICAL definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    Learn the meaning and usage of the word musical in different contexts, such as music, theatre, and language. Find synonyms, pronunciation, and related words for musical in British and American English.

  6. www.dictionary.com › browse › musicalMUSICAL Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    adjective. of, relating to, or producing music: a musical instrument. Synonyms: lyric, sweet, melodic, dulcet, tuneful. of the nature of or resembling music; melodious; harmonious. fond of or skilled in music. set to or accompanied by music: a musical entertainment.

  7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › english › musical_1musical adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

    Learn the meaning, pronunciation and usage of the adjective musical, which can describe something connected with music, a person with musical talent, or a sound that is pleasant to listen to. See examples, synonyms and related topics.

  8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › english › musical_2musical noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

    Learn the meaning, pronunciation and usage of the word musical as a noun. A musical is a play or film with songs and dancing, often based on a story or a classic.