antiphon
a verse or song to be chanted or sung in response.
Ecclesiastical.
a psalm, hymn, or prayer sung in alternate parts.
a verse or a series of verses sung as a prelude or conclusion to some part of the service.
Origin of antiphon
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How to use antiphon in a sentence
antiphon hastened home to tell his neighbours of his discovery and to gain assistance.
Baron Bruno | Louisa MorganThe bishops and other ministers of the church advance singing the antiphon, 'Zaccheus, make haste and come down,' etc.
Churches and Church Ornaments | William DurandusHere we have a morsel of dramatic criticism on antiphon the actor and Arbuscula the actress, which reminds one of Pepys.
The Life of Cicero | Anthony TrollopeYou, antiphon, would seem to suggest that happiness consists of luxury and extravagance; I hold a different creed.
The Memorabilia | Xenophonantiphon approaches Socrates in hope of drawing away his associates, and in their presence thus accosts him.
The Memorabilia | Xenophon
British Dictionary definitions for antiphon
/ (ˈæntɪfən) /
a short passage, usually from the Bible, recited or sung as a response after certain parts of a liturgical service
a psalm, hymn, etc, chanted or sung in alternate parts
any response or answer
Origin of antiphon
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