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psalmody

Definition of psalmody

noun

[mass noun]
  • the singing of psalms or similar sacred canticles, especially in public worship: psalmody is common to all the Churches and is acceptable in those few Churches where hymns are not
  • psalms arranged for singing:these books offer a useful collection of psalmody

Derivatives

psalmodic

Pronunciation: /salˈmɒdɪk/
adjective

psalmodist

noun

Origin:

Middle English: via late Latin from Greek psalmōidia 'singing to a harp', from psalmos (see psalm) + ōidē 'song'

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Definition of psalmody in the US English dictionary
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