Nocturn
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈnɒktɜːn/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Nocturn is a noun meaning (Christianity) The night office of the Christian liturgy of the Hours, such as is performed in monasteries.
Meaning
(Christianity) The night office of the Christian liturgy of the Hours, such as is performed in monasteries.
More Meanings
- (Christianity) A portion of the psalter used during nocturns.
Word Forms
- nocturns
Synonyms for nocturn
Depending on context, synonyms include uhtsong.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include office, diurnal, lychnic, horologium, orthros, ordo.
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