μέλπω

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Ancient Greek

Etymology

No etymology. If somehow related to μέλος (mélos, song, strain), we have to start from an original "member", not from "song". Connection with the Celtic group of Old Irish molaidir (to praise) and Welsh mawl (praise, exaltation) is dubious.

Pronunciation

 

Verb

μέλπω (mélpō)

  1. to celebrate with song and dance
  2. to sing to the lyre or harp
  3. to sing of, celebrate

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