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Cantor

Noun - Music:

1. A singer who leads the congregation in musical prayer in a synagogue.

Example sentence: The cantor had a beautiful voice and led the congregation in a moving rendition of the traditional Jewish prayers.

Noun - Mathematics:

1. A member of a set in mathematics which is equivalent in cardinality to the set of all natural numbers.

Example sentence: In set theory, the set of integers is considered a countably infinite set since it can be put in a one-to-one correspondence with the set of natural numbers by using a suitable cantor.

Noun - Architecture:

1. A horizontal roof structure with a slanted surface, often used to cover a passage or path.

Example sentence: The outdoor walkway was sheltered by a cantor, protecting pedestrians from sun and rain.

Noun - Jewish Culture:

1. A person who assists in the conducting of the liturgy in a synagogue.

Example sentence: The cantor recited the blessings before the reading of the Torah during the Shabbat service.

Noun - Language:

1. A word or phrase used by a particular group or community that is not readily understood by outsiders.

Example sentence: The local cantor was filled with idioms and expressions unique to the region, making it difficult for outsiders to fully understand the conversation.

Verb:

1. To make a whining or sing-song sound.

Example sentence: The wind cantored through the trees, creating a soothing melody.

Adjective:

1. Skillful or adept in singing.

Example sentence: The young, talented girl received praise for her cantor voice during the school choir performance.