chorus
Translation
chorus, refrain
Examples
Everyone joined in with the chorus.
Everyone joined in with the chorus.
She sings in the school chorus.
She sings in the school chorus.
There was a chorus of approval from the crowd.
There was a chorus of approval from the crowd.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) a chorus of something A chorus of boos greeted the politician.
((in a/the chorus)) to sing in a chorus My sister sings in the church chorus.
Similar Words
Synonyms: refrain, choir, ensemble
Etymology
From Greek 'khoros', meaning 'dance, band of dancers or singers'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a choir singing the catchy part of a song (the chorus) together.