Plainsong
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Plainsong is a noun meaning (music) A form of monophonic chant in unison using the Gregorian scale, sung in various Christian churches.
Meaning
(music) A form of monophonic chant in unison using the Gregorian scale, sung in various Christian churches.
More Meanings
- (music) A cantus firmus or theme chosen for contrapuntal treatment; so called because often an actual fragment of plain-song.
- (music) The simple notes of an air, without ornament or variation.
- (by extension) A plain unvarnished statement, without exaggeration.
Word Forms
- plainsongs
- plain song
- plain-song
Synonyms for plainsong
Depending on context, synonyms include plainchant.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include plainchant, chant, gregorian, plain song, organum, symphonia.
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