Nunc Dimittis
noun
Nunc Di·mit·tis
ˌnəŋk-də-ˈmi-təs 
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
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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 20 Apr. 2024.
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