hymnology

noun

hym·nol·o·gy | \ him-ˈnä-lə-jē

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Definition of hymnology

1 : hymnody

2 : the study of hymns

Examples of hymnology in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Gillette, co-pastor of Overbrook Presbyterian Church, is the news commentator of hymnology, having turned current events into lyrics for more than 300 hymns over nearly 20 years. — Kristin E. Holmes, The Seattle Times, 15 Dec. 2017

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“Hymnology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hymnology. Accessed 25 Jun. 2022.

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