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Vespers Definition & Meaning

vespers
noun
  1. the sixth of the seven canonical hours of the divine office; early evening; now often made a public service on Sundays

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What does vespers mean?
the sixth of the seven canonical hours of the divine office; early evening; now often made a public service on Sundays
What part of speech is vespers?
Vespers is a noun.

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