Dictionary
an•them
Pronunciation: (an'thum), [key]—
n.
1. a song, as of praise, devotion, or patriotism:
the national anthem of Spain; our college anthem.
2. a piece of sacred vocal music, usually with words taken from the Scriptures.
3. a hymn sung alternately by different sections of a choir or congregation.
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v.t.
to celebrate with or in an anthem.
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