Concents

/kənˈsɛnts/ noun

Definition

Plural of concent; an archaic or rare term for agreement, harmony, or a musical ensemble.

Etymology

From Latin concentus, meaning harmony or concord, combining con- (together) and canere (to sing). This medieval musical term described voices or instruments singing in agreement.

Kelly Says

This gorgeous old word literally means 'singing together'—it's the ancestor of our modern word 'concert' and reminds us that 'concent' was how people described musical harmony before we shortened it.

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