noun see: anthem Date: 15th century a psalm, anthem, or verse sung responsively, a verse usually from Scripture said or sung before and after a canticle, psalm, or psalm verse as part of the liturgy
ANTIPHON
Meaning of ANTIPHON in English
Merriam Webster. Explanatory English dictionary Merriam Webster. Толковый словарь английского языка Мерриам-Уэбстер. 2012