Meaning Of The Word Cantor

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Cantor in American English
ˈ Geˌorg (Ferdinand Ludwig Philipp) (ˈgeɪˌɔrk ) 1845-1918; Ger. mathematician, born in Russia
a church choir leader; precentor
noun: the religious official of a synagogue who conducts the liturgical portion of a service and sings or chants the prayers and parts of prayers designed to be performed as solos

cantor in British English
noun: a man employed to lead synagogue services, esp to traditional modes and melodies

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