epithalamion

American  

[ep-uh-thuh-ley-mee-on, -uhn] / ˌɛp ə θəˈleɪ miˌɒn, -ən /

noun

plural

epithalamia

1. a song or poem in honor of a bride and bridegroom.

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Etymology

Origin of epithalamion

1580–90; < Greek: nuptial, noun use of neuter of epithalámios nuptial. See epi-, thalamus

Example Sentences

The line might intentionally reference John Donne's "Epithalamion" and "the sparrow that neglects his life for love," but it remains a true depiction of ordinary bird behaviour.

From The Guardian • Aug. 9, 2010

Shepherd's Calendar, Mother Hubbard's Tale, Amoretti, Epithalamion, and Prothalamion are the best of his minor poems.

From A Brief Handbook of English Authors by Adams, Oscar Fay

I know of no marriage-present worthy to be compared with the Epithalamion which he gave her "in lieu of many ornaments,"—one of the most stately, melodious, and tender poems in the world, I fully believe.

From England's Antiphon by MacDonald, George

My poor study having lyen that way, it may prove possible that my weak assistance may be of use in this matter, in a more serious fashion, then an Epithalamion.

From Letters to Severall Persons of Honour by Donne, John

Miss Heale, another London aspirant, is credited with "Epithalamion," "The Water Sprite," and other choral works.

From Woman's Work in Music by Elson, Arthur