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plainsong

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

  1. A form of monophonic chant in unison using the Gregorian scale, sung in various Christian churches.
  2. A cantus firmus or theme chosen for contrapuntal treatment; so called because often an actual fragment of plain-song.
  3. The simple notes of an air, without ornament or variation.
  4. A plain unvarnished statement, without exaggeration.

Equivalents

Españolcanto llano
Françaisplain-chant
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CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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