[en.sem.ble] n [F, fr. ensemble together, fr. L insimul at the same time, fr. in- + simul at the same time--more at same] (1750): a group producing a single effect: as a: concerted music of two or more parts b: a complete costume of harmonizing or complementary clothing and accessories c (1): the musicians engaged in the performance of a musical ensemble (2): a group of supporting players, singers, or dancers; esp: corps de ballet
[2]ensemble adj (ca. 1911): emphasizing the roles of all performers as a whole rather than a star performance "~ acting"