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responsory

Pronunciation: /rɪˈspɒns(ə)ri/
Definition of responsory

noun (plural responsories)

  • (in the Christian Church) an anthem said or sung by a soloist and choir after a lesson.

Origin:

late Middle English: from late Latin responsorium, from Latin respons- 'answered' from the verb respondere (see respond)

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Definition of responsory in the US English dictionary
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