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Psalm Definition & Meaning

psalm
noun
  1. 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
  2. any sacred song used to praise the deity
verb
  1. sing or celebrate in psalms; "He psalms the works of God"

"Psalm" in song lyrics

See how psalm is used in real songs:

  • "That's why we find ourselves pantin' like the deer from Psalm 42"
    The Ambassador — We Worship You
  • "Inscribed in a peasants palm is a blessed psalm"
    Army of the Pharaohs — Battle Cry
  • "I write doctrines, everything I spit is a psalm"
    Black Market Militia f/ Gabriel Batler, Abiodun Oyemole (Last Poets), Eilan Babilon * — The Final Call

Words that rhyme with psalm

Usage tips for "psalm"

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Frequently asked questions

What does psalm mean?
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 any sacred song used to praise the deity sing or celebrate in psalms; "He psalms the works of God"
What part of speech is psalm?
Psalm is a noun and a verb.
How many definitions does psalm have?
Psalm has 3 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).

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