Definition of neume
: any of various symbols used in the notation of Gregorian chant
What's Trending Now
More Trending Words
Origin and Etymology of neume
Middle English, from Medieval Latin pneuma, neuma, from Greek pneuma breath — more at pneumatic
NEW! Time Traveler
First Known Use: 14th century
in the meaning defined above
See Words from the same yearLearn More about neume
-
Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about neume
Seen and Heard
What made you want to look up neume? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
