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Definition of Psalm
1. Noun. One of the 150 lyrical poems and prayers that comprise the Book of Psalms in the Old Testament; said to have been written by David.
Generic synonyms: Religious Text, Religious Writing, Sacred Text, Sacred Writing
Group relationships: Old Testament
Derivative terms: Psalmist
Group relationships: Old Testament
Derivative terms: Psalmist
2. Verb. Sing or celebrate in psalms. "He psalms the works of God"
3. Noun. Any sacred song used to praise the deity.
Generic synonyms: Religious Text, Religious Writing, Sacred Text, Sacred Writing
Derivative terms: Psalmist
Derivative terms: Psalmist
Definition of Psalm
1. n. A sacred song; a poetical composition for use in the praise or worship of God.
2. v. t. To extol in psalms; to sing; as, psalming his praises.
Definition of Psalm
1. to praise in psalms (sacred songs) [v -ED, -ING, -S]