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单词 Nunc Dimittis
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Definition of Nunc Dimittis in English:

Nunc Dimittis

nounˌnʌŋk dɪˈmɪtɪsˈnəNGk dəˈmitis
  • The Song of Simeon (Luke 2:29–32) used as a canticle in Christian liturgy, especially at compline and evensong.

    Example sentencesExamples
    • The tradition of singing the Nunc Dimittis, albeit with a different melody, comes from the Medieval Period.

Origin

Latin, the opening words of the canticle, '(Lord) now you let (your servant) depart'.

 
 

Definition of Nunc Dimittis in US English:

Nunc Dimittis

nounˈnəNGk dəˈmitis
  • The Song of Simeon (Luke 2:29–32) used as a canticle in Christian liturgy, especially at compline and evensong.

    Example sentencesExamples
    • The tradition of singing the Nunc Dimittis, albeit with a different melody, comes from the Medieval Period.

Origin

Latin, the opening words of the canticle, ‘(Lord) now you let (your servant) depart’.

 
 
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