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song

/sɒŋ/

[/sɒŋ/]

piece of music with words

Beginnernoun

Definition

A short piece of music with words that is meant to be sung.

Example

They sang their favourite song together around the campfire until well past midnight.

They sang their favourite song together around the campfire until well past midnight.

Etymology

From Old English 'sang' (singing, song), related to the verb 'sing'.

How & Where It’s Used

One of the most common words in music and everyday life.

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