anthem
Pronunciation
Noun
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
A song of loyalty or celebration, especially one representing a country, or a song that becomes closely associated with a cause.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The stadium fell silent as the national _____ played."
Answer: anthem
In your own words, what does "anthem" mean?
A song of loyalty or celebration, especially one representing a country, or a song that becomes closely associated with a cause.
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