1. a song, poem, or piece of music, especially one that is short or simple
Usage: literary or formal; often used in historical or classical contexts
2. a charm, spell, or incantation
Usage: archaic; literary

Examples

• The poet recited a beautiful carmen at the ceremony.
• Ancient Romans often performed a carmen to honor their gods.
• She hummed a simple carmen as she worked in the garden.
• The carmen was passed down through generations of storytellers.
• In folklore, a carmen was believed to have magical properties.