Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cantico
noun
/ˈkæn.tɪ.koʊ/
Definition
A cantico is a lyrical poem or song, often of a religious or spiritual nature.
Examples
- During the worship service, the church choir performed a beautiful cantico that inspired the congregation.
- The cantico of St. Francis exemplifies the deep connection between faith and nature.
- She composed a cantico celebrating the beauty of the changing seasons.
Meaning
The term is primarily used to refer to a formal hymn or a section of sacred scripture expressed in verse.
Synonyms
- hymn
- song
- poem
- chant
- ode
