a song, as of praise, devotion, or patriotism

the national anthem of Spain; our college anthem.

a piece of sacred vocal music, usually with words taken from the Scriptures.

a hymn sung alternately by different sections of a choir or congregation.

to celebrate with or in an anthem.

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canticle , chant , chorus , hymn , melody , paean , antiphony , choral , motet , music , psalm , responsory , song