First Known Use: 1537
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sursum corda
noun sur·sum cor·da \ˌsu̇r-səm-ˈkȯr-də, -ˌdä\
Definition of SURSUM CORDA
1
often capitalized S&C : a versicle that in traditional eucharistic liturgies exhorts the faithful to enthusiastic worship
2
: something inspiriting
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Origin of SURSUM CORDA
Late Latin, (lift) up (your) hearts; from the opening words
Rhymes with SURSUM CORDA
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