noun
descant
Descant (noun) means a long talk or piece of writing on a particular subject.
noun
1
A long talk or piece of writing on a particular subject.
2
(music) A tune sung or played above the main melody.
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Etymology
It comes from Anglo-Norman descaunt, from Medieval Latin discantus, and is a doublet of discant.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of descant?
"descant" (noun) means a long talk or piece of writing on a particular subject.
What is another word for descant?
Other words for "descant" include discant.
What are the different meanings of descant?
"descant" has 2 main meanings: 1. A long talk or piece of writing on a particular subject; 2. (music) A tune sung or played above the main melody.
