Evensong
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Evensong is a noun meaning A religious service, most commonly seen in the Anglican or Episcopal Church, that takes place in the early hours of the evening; originally, and sometimes still, an alternative name for vespers or a service combining vespers and compline.
Meaning
A religious service, most commonly seen in the Anglican or Episcopal Church, that takes place in the early hours of the evening; originally, and sometimes still, an alternative name for vespers or a service combining vespers and compline.
Example Sentences
On Wednesday last, after taking Evensong at the church, I was leaving the vestry when a lady stepped forward and asked if she might speak to me privately.
Word Forms
- evensongs
Synonyms for evensong
Depending on context, synonyms include vespers.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include vespers, watch night, se'night, eveningtime, se'nnight, supper-time.
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