neuma

Dictionary entries

• neuma, neumatis:

  Neuter · Noun · 3rd declension

  Frequency:

  Lesser

  Dictionary:

  Latham (Medieval Word List)

  Age:

  Medieval

  Field:

  Arts

  = neume/neum; prolonged group of notes sung to single syllable (in plainsong);

  Entry →

  acc. sg.

  nom. sg.

  voc. sg.
• neuma, neumae:

  Feminine · Noun · 1st declension

  Frequency:

  Lesser

  Dictionary:

  Latham (Medieval Word List)

  Age:

  Medieval

  Field:

  Religion

  = spirit; [pneuma sacrum/sanctum => Holy Spirit/Ghost];; prolonged/breathing notes in plainsong; plainsong notation signs;

  Entry →

  abl. sg.

  nom. sg.

  voc. sg.