Definisjon av paean

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Noun

paean - (ancient Greece) a hymn of praise (especially one sung in ancient Greece to invoke or thank a deity)
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hymn, anthem a song of praise (to God or to a saint or to a nation)
ellas, hellenic republic, greece a republic in southeastern Europe on the southern part of the Balkan peninsula; known for grapes and olives and olive oil
paean - a formal expression of praise
encomium, eulogy, panegyric, pean
congratulations, extolment, kudos, praise an expression of approval and commendation; "he always appreciated praise for his work"
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Substantiv

paean - Any loud and joyous song; a song of triumph.
paean - An enthusiastic expression of praise.

Verb

paean - To praise.

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  • A paean (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. It comes from the Greek παιάν (also παιήων or παιών), "song of triumph, any solemn song or chant.

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