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 Definitions of motet  [ʊˈtɛt]  

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Definition of 'motet' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (n.) motet
an unaccompanied, polyphonic choral composition usu. on a sacred text.

Etymology:  (1350–1400; ME < MF; see mot , -et)

Definition of 'motet' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) motet
an unaccompanied choral composition with sacred lyrics; intended to be sung as part of a church service; originated in the 13th century


Definition of 'motet' Webster Dictionary 

1. (noun) motet
a composition adapted to sacred words in the elaborate polyphonic church style; an anthem



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