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Webster 1913 Edition
Improperia
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Imˊpro-pe′ri-a
,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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Improperia
Improperia
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English
Noun
Improperia pl (plural only)
- 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
- nominative plural of improperium
- accusative plural of improperium
- vocative plural of improperium