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Noun: motet  mow'tet
  1. An unaccompanied choral composition with sacred lyrics; intended to be sung as part of a church service; originated in the 13th century

Derived forms: motets

Type of: composition, musical composition, opus, piece, piece of music

Encyclopedia: Motet