English Explanatory Dictionary

motet

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A composition adapted to sacred words in the elaborate polyphonic church style; an anthem.

Pronunciation

/moʊˈtɛt/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Sapaa-motet.wav

Word forms

motet motets

Etymology

From French motet.

Derived words

motettist
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