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Meaning of paean

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

paean

Pronunciation:/ˈpiː.ən//ˈpi.ən/

noun

Definitions

  1. A chant or song, especially a hymn of thanksgiving for deliverance or victory, to Apollo or sometimes another god or goddess; hence any song sung to solicit victory in battle.

  2. (by extension) Any loud and joyous song; a song of triumph.

  3. (by extension) An enthusiastic expression of praise.

    Synonyms:encomiumhymnpraisetribute

verb

Definitions

  1. To sing a paean; to praise.