1. plural of choragus; wealthy citizens in ancient Athens who financed and produced dramatic performances at festivals
Usage: historical; classical antiquity; plural form

Examples

• The choragi of Athens competed for prestige by sponsoring the most elaborate theatrical productions.
• Ancient Greek choragi bore the financial burden of equipping and training the chorus for dramatic competitions.
• The role of the choragi was essential to the cultural life of classical Athens.
• Wealthy choragi often gained political influence through their patronage of the arts.