Definition

A book that contains a collection of psalms, which are sacred songs or hymns often used in religious worship.

Example

The church provided each member with a psalmbook for the service.

Conversation

I found my old psalmbook while cleaning the attic yesterday.

That's cool! Do you still use it?

Sometimes, especially when I need some inspiration.

I can see how it would be comforting to read from a psalmbook.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Psalmbook → It is formed from "psalm" (from Greek "psalmos", meaning a song sung to a harp) and "book" (from Old English "bōc", meaning a written work or volume). The word "psalmbook" refers to a book containing psalms, which are sacred songs or hymns.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'psalm' as a sacred song and a 'book' as a collection of written works — together, a psalmbook is a collection of sacred songs.

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