Definitionen
1.NounA form of monophonic chant in unison using the Gregorian scale, sung in various Christian churches.
2.NounA cantus firmus or theme chosen for contrapuntal treatment; so called because often an actual fragment of plain-song.
3.NounThe simple notes of an air, without ornament or variation.
4.NounA plain unvarnished statement, without exaggeration.