Hymnal
(noun)
A book containing hymns, especially one used in a church or other religious service.
Origin:
Late middle english: from latin hymnus "hymn", on the pattern of psalter "psalm book".
Examples:
- The choir sang from the hymnal.
- The hymnal contains a collection of religious songs and hymns.
- The hymnal is used during religious services and ceremonies.
- A hymnal may contain both words and music of hymns.
- Some hymnals are specific to certain denominations or traditions.