anthem /ˈæn.θəm/noun 4verb 1forms 3 noun4 •A choral or vocal composition, often with a religious or political lyric.The school's anthem sang of its many outstanding qualities, and it was hard to keep a straight face while singing. •A hymn of praise or loyalty.The choir sang a selection of Christmas anthems at the service just before the big day. •(informal) A very popular song or track.In May 2000, they even finally cracked the UK top ten when they teamed up with Paul Van Dyk on the trance anthem "The Riddle"... — 2003 •(no longer used) Antiphon. verb1 •(literary) To celebrate with anthems.[T]hou shalt hear / Distant harvest-carols clear; / Rustle of the reaped corn; / Sweet birds antheming the morn: [...] — 1819 formsanthemed · antheming · anthems
