Philharmonic
/ˌfɪl.hɑːrˈmɒn.ɪk/noun
Relating to a symphony orchestra or a society devoted to music.
Did you know?Philharmonic was coined in the early 19th century from Greek roots, and its prestige came from the idea of being not just musical, but devoted to harmony itself.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
phílos
“loving, fond of”
Ancient Greek
Greek
harmonía
“agreement, concord; later, musical harmony”
Early 19th Century
English
philharmonic
“devoted to music or harmony; especially in the name of musical societies”
Modern English
English
philharmonic
“relating to a symphony orchestra or a musical society”