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voluntary


2voluntary

noun
plural voluntar·ies

Definition of VOLUNTARY

1
a : a prefatory often extemporized musical piece b : an improvisatory organ piece played before, during, or after a religious service
2
: one who participates voluntarily : volunteer

First Known Use of VOLUNTARY

1598

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