SYM'PHONY, n. L. symphonia Gr. with, and voice.
1. A consonance or harmony of sounds agreeable to the ear, whether the sounds are vocal or instrumental, or both.
The trumpets sound,
And warlike symphony is heard around.
2. A musical instrument, mentioned by French writers.
3. A full concert.
4. An overture or other composition for instruments.
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