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Meaning of plainsong | Babel Free

Noun CEFR B2

Definitions

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

Equivalents

Deutsch Cantus planus
Español canto llano
Français plain-chant
Italiano canto piano
Português cantochão

CEFR level

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

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