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单词 song
释义

song

noun

ˈsȯŋ How to pronounce song (audio)
1
: the act or art of singing
2
: poetical composition
3
a
: a short musical composition of words and music
b
: a collection of such compositions
4
: a distinctive or characteristic sound or series of sounds (as of a bird, insect, or whale)
5
a
: a melody for a lyric poem or ballad
b
: a poem easily set to music
6
a
: a habitual or characteristic manner
b
: a violent, abusive, or noisy reaction
put up quite a song
7
: a small amount
sold for a song
songlike
ˈsȯŋ-ˌlīk How to pronounce song (audio)
adjective

Synonyms

  • ballad
  • ditty
  • jingle
  • lay
  • lyric
  • vocal
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Example Sentences

He sang a love song. The song was playing on the radio. The event was celebrated in song by a folk group. I could hear the song of a sparrow.
Recent Examples on the Web Start listening to a podcast or song then swipe up. Joanna Stern, WSJ, 14 Sep. 2022 Sporting events and parades often feature the national anthem, a song kids usually learn in elementary school. Christina Barron, Washington Post, 14 Sep. 2022 What does get her into that comfortable place is, among other things, tuning into wildlife, bird song and bike riding. Lars Brandle, Billboard, 14 Sep. 2022 Mitchell said to listen for the bridge after the song’s chorus. Micha Green, Baltimore Sun, 14 Sep. 2022 Drake Milligan crooned his heart out on an original country song, while Golden Buzzer winner the Mayyas raised the bar on their synchronous choreography. Charles Trepany, USA TODAY, 14 Sep. 2022 Performing with his live band and a group of string players, the former One Direction singer showcased an impassioned rendition of the anthemic song. Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 14 Sep. 2022 Along with Jeanne Pisano, Reeves co-wrote the song for her 1994 album Art & Survival. Brooklyn White, Essence, 13 Sep. 2022 Greedo shared his dismay at the loss of another artist on Instagram Monday night, posting images of the two together from the song’s music video. Kenan Draughorne, Los Angeles Times, 13 Sep. 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English sang; akin to Old English singan to sing

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

song

noun

ˈsȯŋ How to pronounce song (audio)
1
: a short musical composition of words and music
2
: the act or art of singing
He burst into song.
3
: a series of usually musical sounds produced by an animal and especially a bird
4
: a small amount
That old house can be bought for a song.

song

noun

1
as in ballad
a short musical composition for the human voice often with instrumental accompaniment she sang a little-known song for the talent show

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • ballad
  • lyric
  • hymn
  • anthem
  • jingle
  • vocal
  • lullaby
  • ditty
  • chorus
  • carol
  • cantata
  • psalm
  • medley
  • chorale
  • serenade
  • lay
  • aria
  • dirge
  • chant
  • requiem
  • spiritual
  • paean
  • blues
  • remix
  • canticle
  • pop
  • chantey
  • madrigal
  • threnody
  • folk song
  • hallelujah
  • noel
  • rocker
  • shanty
  • art song
  • lament
  • croon
  • roundelay
  • motet
  • chanson
  • chanty
  • fight song
  • glee
  • drinking song
  • torch song
  • round
  • descant
  • barcarole
  • part-song
  • barcarolle
  • standard
  • discant
  • cover
2
as in poem
a composition using rhythm and often rhyme to create a lyrical effect the songs of Shakespeare

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • poem
  • lyric
  • verse
  • sonnet
  • ballad
  • rune
  • rhyme
  • poetry
  • psalm
  • ode
  • elegy
  • rime
  • limerick
  • madrigal
  • pastoral
  • epigram
  • haiku
  • jingle
  • pastorale
  • triolet
  • dithyramb
  • epic
  • eclogue
  • villanelle
  • clerihew
  • lay
  • rondeau
  • rondelet
  • idyll
  • epos
  • georgic
  • epode
  • tanka
  • epopee
  • minstrelsy
  • rondel
  • anacreontic
  • poesy
  • free verse
  • senryu
  • blank verse
  • idyl
  • versification
  • lament
  • vers libre
  • English sonnet
  • rondelle
3
as in melody
a rhythmic series of musical tones arranged to give a pleasing effect whistle a song as accompaniment to your work

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • melody
  • tune
  • hymn
  • lyric
  • warble
  • ballad
  • lay
  • air
  • rhythm
  • strain
  • cadence
  • ditty
  • meter
  • madrigal
  • descant
  • discant
  • measure
4
as in dime
a very small sum of money developers bought the land for a song

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • dime
  • pin money
  • chicken feed
  • two cents
  • peanuts
  • petty cash
  • hay
  • pittance
  • pocket money
  • spending money
  • shoestring
  • chump change
  • mite

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • bundle
  • means
  • mint
  • funds
  • capital
  • fortune
  • wad
  • treasure
  • megabuck(s)
  • boodle
  • bankroll
  • mine
  • wealth
  • pot
  • big buck(s)
  • riches
  • opulence
  • treasury
  • king's ransom
  • wherewithal
  • treasure trove
  • pile
  • pelf
  • heap
  • bonanza
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5
as in poetry
writing that uses rhythm, vivid language, and often rhyme to provoke an emotional response a hero honored in song and story

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • poetry
  • rhyme
  • verse
  • minstrelsy
  • poesy
  • rime
  • free verse
  • blank verse
  • vers libre

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • prose
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