1. A song or chant, especially a religious hymn or song of praise.
Usage: Often used in religious or liturgical contexts.
2. A biblical text or passage set to music, particularly one from the Old Testament used in Christian worship.
Usage: Common in formal religious services.

Examples

• The choir sang a beautiful canticle during the Easter service.
• The Magnificat is one of the most famous canticles in Christian tradition.
• Medieval monks composed canticles to praise God.
• The canticle echoed through the cathedral.
• She learned the canticle by heart for the Christmas concert.
• The Book of Canticles contains some of the most poetic passages in scripture.