semantron
English
Etymology
From Ancient Greek σήμαντρον (sḗmantron, “a seal, signet, in MGr. a semantron”), from σημαίνειν (sēmaínein, “to show by a sign, signify, in MGr. strike a semantron”), from σῆμα (sêma, “mark, sign”).
Noun
semantron (plural semantrons or semantra)
- A percussion instrument used chiefly in Eastern Orthodox monasteries to summon the brethren to prayer or to lead processions.
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Further reading
- semantron in The Century Dictionary, New York, N.Y.: The Century Co., 1911.
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