introit
IPA: ɪntrˈɔɪt
noun
- (Roman Catholicism, music) A prayer, typically part of a psalm or other portion of the Bible, read or sung at the start of Mass while or immediately after the priest ascends to the altar.
- (Christianity, chiefly Protestantism, music) Any piece of vocal music, especially a setting of an anthem or a psalm, sung at the opening of a church service.
- (obsolete) The action of entering or going in; an entrance.
- (obsolete, figuratively) An introduction.
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Examples of "introit" in Sentences
- The choir performed a beautiful introit as the congregation settled in for the church service
- The introit set the tone for the evening, filling the room with a sense of reverence
- The priest began the Mass with a hauntingly beautiful introit that brought tears to the eyes of the worshippers
- The introit echoed through the cathedral, captivating all who were present with its solemn beauty
- The introit was a powerful reminder of the sacredness of the moment, drawing everyone's attention to the significance of the occasion
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