What is another word for psalter?

Pronunciation: [sˈɒltə] (IPA)

Psalter, a word derived from the Greek word "psalmoi," refers to a collection of religious hymns or songs sung during worship services. It can also refer to a book containing the Psalms, a section of the Bible that consists of 150 religious songs. Some synonyms for psalter include hymnal, prayer book, songbook or devotional book. The term "Psalmer" can also be used as an alternative for the word psalter. Psalmody or psalmic refers to the singing or recitation of psalms, while the word psalmist is used to describe someone who composes or sings psalms. These synonyms are often used interchangeably and are commonly associated with worship and devotion in various religious traditions.

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What are the hyponyms for Psalter?

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Usage examples for Psalter

At Florence an ornamental capital in a psalter printed in 1489 is the earliest woodcut in any extant dated book.
"Fine Books"
Alfred W. Pollard
At Canterbury in 1549 John Mychell, or Mitchell, who had moved there after producing a few books in London, printed an English psalter, "poynted as it shall be songe in churches."
"Fine Books"
Alfred W. Pollard
They assign to him every virtue under heaven; but they particularly laud him for his humility and industry: all day long he worked as a laborer in the building of his convent, whilst the night was passed in committing the psalter to memory.
"Account of a Tour in Normandy, Vol. II. (of 2)"
Dawson Turner

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