Meaning of the word paean in English

What does paean mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

paean

US /ˈpiː.ən/
UK /ˈpiː.ən/

Noun

a song, movie, or piece of writing that praises someone or something very enthusiastically:

Example:
The song is a paean to solitude and independence.