noun

1. A chant or song, especially a hymn of thanksgiving for deliverance or victory, to Apollo or sometimes another god or goddess; hence any song sung to solicit victory in battle.

2. (by extension) Any loud and joyous song; a song of triumph.

3. (by extension) An enthusiastic expression of praise.

Synonyms: encomium, hymn, praise, tribute

verb

1. To sing a paean; to praise.