pricksong

English

noun
Definitions
  • (now) Music sung from notation written with dots or points, as opposed to by ear; sheet music.
  • (now) A melody performed as a counterpoint to a plainsong.

Etymology

Compound from English prick + English song.

Origin

English

song

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