epithalamia
Definition
- Noun (plural form; singular: ):
- A wedding song or poem: "epithalamia" refers to songs, poems, or compositions written and performed in honor of a bride and groom, typically during or immediately after a wedding ceremony. This term is derived from ancient Greek and Roman traditions, where such works were sung outside the bridal chamber.
Usage Examples
- (Wedding poems written for a specific marriage.)
- (Traditional wedding songs or verses.)
Advanced Usage
"Epithalamium" (singular): the singular form of "epithalamia," used for a single wedding poem or song.
- The epithalamium written for the duke's marriage was recited during the feast. (A specific wedding composition.)
"Epithalamic" (adjective): relating to or characteristic of a wedding song or poem.
- The epithalamic verses were filled with metaphors of spring and renewal. (Having the qualities of a wedding poem.)
Variants and Related Words
Epithalamium (n, singular): the base form of "epithalamia."
- He read an epithalamium at his sister's wedding. (A single wedding poem.)
Epithalamic (adj): pertaining to wedding songs or poems.
- The epithalamic tradition dates back to ancient Greece. (Related to wedding compositions.)
Synonyms
- Bridal song: a song sung at a wedding.
- Marriage ode: a poem honoring a marriage.
- Nuptial hymn: a religious or ceremonial song for a wedding.
Related Idioms