First Known Use: before 12th century
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1hymn
noun \ˈhim\
: a religious song : a song that praises God
Full Definition of HYMN
1
a : a song of praise to God b : a metrical composition adapted for singing in a religious service
2
: a song of praise or joy
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Origin of HYMN
Middle English ymne, from Old English ymen, from Latin hymnus song of praise, from Greek hymnos
2hymn
verb
hymned \ˈhimd\ hymn·ing \ˈhi-miŋ\
Definition of HYMN
transitive verb
: to praise or worship in or as if in hymns <the heroes hymned in this book>
intransitive verb
: to sing a hymn
First Known Use of HYMN
1667
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HYMNS Defined for Kids
hymn
noun \ˈhim\
Definition of HYMN for Kids
: a song of praise especially to God
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