Paean

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A paean (pronounced /as in “European”) is a song or lyric poem expressing triumph or thanksgiving. In classical antiquity, it is usually performed by a chorus, but some examples seem intended for an individual voice (monody). It comes from the Greek, “song of triumph, any solemn song or chant.”

pae·an
[pee-uhn]
-noun
1.
any song of praise, joy, or triumph.
2.
a hymn of invocation or thanksgiving to Apollo or some other ancient Greek deity.

Also, pean.

Origin:
1535-45; < L: religious or festive hymn, special use of Paean appellation of Apollo < Gk physician of the gods

—Related forms
pae·an·ism, noun

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