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Webster 1913 Edition


Improperia


Imˊpro-pe′ri-a

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Noun.
pl.
[L., reproaches.]
(Mus.)
A series of antiphons and responses, expressing the sorrowful remonstrance of our Lord with his people; – sung on the morning of the Good Friday in place of the usual daily Mass of the Roman ritual.
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Definition 2024


Improperia

Improperia

See also: improperia

English

Noun

Improperia pl (plural only)

  1. A series of antiphons and responses expressing the remonstrance of Jesus Christ with his people, usually sung on Good Friday.

improperia

improperia

See also: Improperia

Latin

Noun

improperia

  1. nominative plural of improperium
  2. accusative plural of improperium
  3. vocative plural of improperium