Nunc Dimittis

noun

Nunc Di·​mit·​tis ˌnəŋk-də-ˈmi-təs How to pronounce Nunc Dimittis (audio)
ˌnu̇ŋk-
: the prayer of Simeon in Luke 2:29–32 used as a canticle

Word History

Etymology

Latin, now lettest thou depart; from the first words of the canticle

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Nunc Dimittis was in the 15th century

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“Nunc Dimittis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Nunc%20Dimittis. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

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