cantor

English

noun
Definitions
  • singer, especially someone who takes a special role of singing or song leading at a ceremony.
  • A prayer leader in a Jewish service; a hazzan.

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin cantor (male singer).

Origin

Latin

cantor

Gloss

male singer

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