improperia

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improperia, n. pl. [L., reproaches.].

A series of antiphons and responses, expressing the sorrowful remonstrance of our Lord with his people; -- sung on the morning of the Good Friday in place of the usual daily Mass of the Roman ritual. Grove. [1913 Webster]

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