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Requiem

Description:

A requiem, also known as a requiem mass, is a solemn and sacred music composition or religious ceremony performed in honor of the deceased. It is characterized by its mournful and reflective tone, often expressing themes of grief, consolation, and hope.

Senses:

1. Noun - Musical Composition:

A requiem is a musical composition written to commemorate and remember the dead. Typically performed in a choral form, a requiem often includes sections such as the introit, dies irae, lacrimosa, and offertory.

Example Sentence: Mozart's famous Requiem in D minor is renowned for its emotional intensity and intricate harmonies.

2. Noun - Religious Ceremony:

A requiem is a religious ceremony or mass held for the repose of the souls of the deceased, typically in the Roman Catholic tradition. It involves prayers, sung or spoken texts, and the offering of sacrifices or Mass intentions for the benefit of the departed.

Example Sentence: The community gathered at the cathedral to attend the requiem for the victims of the tragic accident.

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