dirge
Pronunciation
Noun
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A slow, sad song, especially one sung at a funeral.
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Which word fits the gap? "The choir sang a mournful _____."
Answer: dirge
In your own words, what does "dirge" mean?
A slow, sad song, especially one sung at a funeral.
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