Word of the Day: Descant

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Thursday, May 23, 2024

Today's Word Brought to You By noun 1. An independent treble melody usually sung or played above a basic melody. 2. (Literary) A melodious song. 3. A discourse on a theme or subject. verb 1. Talk tediously or at length. "Mary was selected to sing the soprano descant during the choir concert finale." "Roderick was well known for publishing a descant on achieving success in business." "Don't get her started on 'Star Trek' — she'll descant to us in Klingon for hours." Today's Word Brought to You By Shift Into Summer With Nike: An Extra 25% Off Starts Now Stay ahead of the game this summer with Nike's exclusive sale! Starting May 17, save an extra 25% on a wide range of summer essentials with code SUMMER25. Whether you're training for your next marathon, embarking on weekend adventures, or simply embracing an active lifestyle, their collection is designed to keep you performing at your best. Discover the latest innovations in footwear, apparel, and accessories, all engineered to enhance your summer experience. Shop now to enjoy unbeatable deals while they last, and make sure you're ready for anything this summer brings your way. Save An Extra 25% Middle English, mid-14th century "Descant" came from the Old French word "deschant" by way of the medieval Latin word "discantus" ("part-song, refrain"). In certain church music traditions, such as those performed by the famous all-male choir of Westminster Abbey, a boy sings a soaring high descant that floats above the rest of the music. ... Continue Reading Do you remember these words? Thank you for supporting our advertisers.

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