MOTET

motet

(noun) an unaccompanied choral composition with sacred lyrics; intended to be sung as part of a church service; originated in the 13th century

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

motet (plural motets)

A composition adapted to sacred words in the elaborate polyphonic church style; an anthem.

Anagrams

• motte, totem

Source: Wiktionary


Mo*tet", n. Etym: [F., a dim. of mot word; cf. It. mottetto, dim. of motto word, device. See Mot, Motto.] (Mus.)

Definition: A composition adapted to sacred words in the elaborate polyphonic church style; an anthem.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



RESET




Word of the Day

23 November 2024

THEORETICAL

(adjective) concerned primarily with theories or hypotheses rather than practical considerations; “theoretical science”


coffee icon

Coffee Trivia

Brazil is the largest coffee producer in the world. Each year Brazil exports more than 44 million bags of coffee. Vietnam follows at exporting over 27 million bags each year.

coffee icon