an·tiph·o·ny ( n-t f  -n )n. pl. an·tiph·o·nies 1. Responsive or antiphonal singing or chanting. 2. A composition that is sung responsively; an antiphon. 3. A responsive or reciprocal interchange, as of ideas or opinions: "Sheridan's play shows both sides of the coin. He establishes an antiphony of cynicism and sentimentality" (Jonathan Miller). |
antiphony [ænˈtɪfənɪ]
n pl -nies
1. (Christianity / Ecclesiastical Terms) the antiphonal singing of a musical composition by two choirs
2. any musical or other sound effect that answers or echoes another
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| Noun | 1. | antiphony - alternate (responsive) singing by a choir in two parts music - an artistic form of auditory communication incorporating instrumental or vocal tones in a structured and continuous manner |
| 2. | antiphony - a verse or song to be chanted or sung in response church music, religious music - genre of music composed for performance as part of religious ceremonies gradual - (Roman Catholic Church) an antiphon (usually from the Book of Psalms) immediately after the epistle at Mass |
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