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noun
- (archaic) antiphon, Antiphon.
- A choral or vocal composition, often with a religious or political lyric.
- The school's sang of its many outstanding qualities, and it was hard to keep a straight face while singing.
- A hymn of praise or loyalty.
- The choir sang a selection of Christmas anthems at the service just before the big day.
Etymology: From ecclesiastical Latin antiphona. Compare antiphon.
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