Definition of Cantus firmus

1. Noun. A melody used as the basis for a polyphonic composition.

Generic synonyms: Gregorian Chant, Plainchant, Plainsong

Lexicographical Neighbors of Cantus Firmus

Cantor tube
cantos
cantraip
cantraips
cantrap
cantraps
cantred
cantreds
cantref
cantrefs
cantrell syndrome
cantrip
cantrips
cants
cantus
cantus firmus (current term)
canty
cant dog
cant hook
cant over
Canuck
canula
canulae
canular
canulas
canulate
canulated
canulates
canulating
canulation

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