Middle English

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Alternative forms

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Etymology

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From singen +‎ -ing.

Pronunciation

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Noun

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syngyng (plural syngynges)

  1. Singing; recital of a song.
  2. The performance of the sacrament of Mass.
  3. Birdsong; the noise of birds singing.
  4. (rare) Recitation of chants.
  5. (rare) The sound of wine undergoing fermentation.

Descendants

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  • English: singing
  • Scots: singin

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