paean
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[edit] English
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[edit] Etymology
From Ancient Greek παιάν.
[edit] Pronunciation
- IPA: /ˈpiːən/
[edit] Noun
paean (plural paeans)
- Any loud and joyous song; a song of triumph.
- An enthusiastic expression of praise.
[edit] Synonyms
- (praise): encomium
[edit] Translations
any loud and joyous song; a song of triumph
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