n.
Pronunciation: ' o ̇ r-k ə s-tr ə , - ˌ kes-
Function: noun
Etymology: Latin, from Greek orch ē stra, from orcheisthai to dance; perhaps akin to Sanskrit ṛ gh ā yati he trembles, he rages
Date: 1606
1 a : the circular space used by the chorus in front of the proscenium in an ancient Greek theater b : a corresponding semicircular space in a Roman theater used for seating important persons
2 a : the space in front of the stage in a modern theater that is used by an orchestra b : the forward section of seats on the main floor of a theater c : the main floor of a theater
3 : a group of musicians including especially string players organized to perform ensemble music ― compare BAND