Question

What does symphony mean

Answer 1

A usually long musical composition for a full orchestra.

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Answer 2

an elaborate musical composition for full orchestra, typically in four movements, at least one of which is traditionally in sonata form.
"Beethoven's Fifth Symphony"
HISTORICAL
an orchestral interlude in a large-scale vocal work.
NORTH AMERICAN
(especially in names of orchestras) short for symphony orchestra.
"the Boston Symphony"