Anthem

['ænθəm]

Definition

(noun.) a song of devotion or loyalty (as to a nation or school).

Edited by Christine--From WordNet

Definition

(n.) Formerly, a hymn sung in alternate parts, in present usage, a selection from the Psalms, or other parts of the Scriptures or the liturgy, set to sacred music.

(n.) A song or hymn of praise.

(v. t.) To celebrate with anthems.

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Synonyms and Synonymous

n. Hymn, divine song.

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Definition

n. a piece of sacred music sung in alternate parts: a piece of sacred music set to a passage from Scripture: any song of praise or gladness.—v.t. to praise in an anthem.—adv. An′themwise.

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