n. 1 a hymn or psalm, the parts of which are sung or recited alternately by two groups. 2 a versicle or phrase from this. 3 a sentence sung or recited before or after a psalm or canticle. 4 a response. [eccl.L antiphona f. Gk (as ANTI-, phone sound)]
ANTIPHON
Meaning of ANTIPHON in English
English main colloquial, spoken dictionary. Английский основной разговорный словарь. 2012