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canticle Definition

can·ti·cle (kan′ti kəl)

noun

  1. a song or chant
  2. a hymn whose words are taken from the Bible, used in certain church services

Etymology: ME < L canticulum, dim. of canticum, song < cantus: see chant

canticle Usage Examples

Preposition: of

  • praise: If desired, a psalm or other canticle of praise or a hymn may also be sung by the entire congregation.

Converse of object

  • read: No one is prevented from reading A Canticle for Leibowitz because it's reserved only for the elite who can pay.

Adjective modifier

  • other: If desired, a psalm or other canticle of praise or a hymn may also be sung by the entire congregation.