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national anthem

British

noun

a patriotic hymn or other song adopted by a nation for use on public or state occasions

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After the national anthem the Crown Prince - the King's son - greeted each player.

From BBC

Some inmates told visitors they could hear the national anthem and hymns sung by families who have held vigils nearby for the past two nights.

From Barron's

She has tackled tackled famous operas, hymns and sung the national anthem countless times.

From BBC

Her father, Michael, said they chose her name as a nod to Australia, where the beloved folk song "Waltzing Matilda" is sung as an unofficial national anthem.

From Barron's

At one point, the crowd broke out into the Australian national anthem.

From BBC

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