What is another word for versicle?

Pronunciation: [vˈɜːsɪkə͡l] (IPA)

Versicle is a term used in liturgy that refers to short phrases or sentences of scripture that are recited or sung in a call and response format during worship. Some synonyms for versicle include response, antiphon, refrain, and sentence. Response and antiphon both refer to a phrase or sentence that is sung or recited by a choir or congregation in response to a preceding phrase or sentence. Refrain is a similar term that typically refers to a repeated line or phrase in a song or hymn. Sentence, like versicle, refers specifically to a short phrase or sentence of scripture.

Synonyms for Versicle:

What are the hypernyms for Versicle?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • hypernyms for versicle (as nouns)

What are the hyponyms for Versicle?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.

Usage examples for Versicle

The versicle: Lord hear my prayer.
"A Short History of the Book of Common Prayer"
William Reed Huntington
It is in the words of Holy Scripture, it is the precise metrical equivalent of "O Lord, save the queen," and it is directly antiphonal to the versicle which follows.
"A Short History of the Book of Common Prayer"
William Reed Huntington
Rossetti's versicle finds its point in life- "Was it a friend or foe that spread these lies?"
"Friendship"
Hugh Black

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