string quartet
nounUK /strɪŋ kwɔːˈtet/
US /strɪŋ kwɔːrˈtet/
A string quartet is a small group of four people who play music together on string instruments.
The string quartet played beautiful music at the wedding.
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2. A piece of music written for four string instruments.
The composer wrote a famous string quartet for two violins, a viola, and a cello.
3. The four string players who perform such music.
The string quartet rehearsed every Tuesday evening.
4. A group of four string instruments, especially two violins, a viola, and a cello.
Her collection includes a matching string quartet of instruments.