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penillion

Pronunciation: /pɛˈnɪ(θ)lɪɒn/
(also pennillion)
Definition of penillion

noun

  • improvised verses in Welsh sung to the accompaniment of a harp, especially in contest at an eisteddfod: [as modifier]:penillion singing

Origin:

Welsh, literally 'stanzas', from pen 'head'

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