noun
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something stated; a statement.
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the act of praising; a singing the praise of (a god, eminent man, etc.).
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a song meant to be sung in praise of a god, usu. set to a musical modeand to a particular time scale.
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a narrative account or story in praise of God, that includes songs and hymns; a musical discourse.
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a temple building; an aesthetically fine building.