paean

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[edit] Etymology

From Ancient Greek παιάν.

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  • IPA: /ˈpiːən/

[edit] Noun

Singular
paean

Plural
paeans

paean (plural paeans)

  1. Any loud and joyous song; a song of triumph.
  2. An enthusiastic expression of praise.

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any loud and joyous song; a song of triumph
an enthusiastic expression of praise
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