Noun: tout ensemble too,toÑ'saam-b(u)l
- A total impression or effect of something made up of individual parts
"The tout ensemble of the room's decor created a cosy atmosphere"
- An assemblage of parts or details (as in a work of art) considered as forming a whole
"The tout ensemble of the painting captured the essence of the scene";
- ensemble
- With everything considered (and neglecting details)
"Tout ensemble, the party was a great success";
- all in all, on the whole, altogether
Derived forms: tout ensembles
Type of: accumulation, aggregation, assemblage, collection, effect, impression