2. A liquid measure in Spain, ranging from two and a half to four gallons. Simmonds.
CANTATA Can*ta"ta, n. Etym: [It., fr. cantare to sing, fr. L. cantare intens of canere to sing.] (Mus.)
Defn: A poem set to music; a musical composition comprising choruses, solos, interludes, etc., arranged in a somewhat dramatic manner; originally, a composition for a single noise, consisting of both recitative and melody.
CANTATION
Can*ta"tion, n. Etym: [L. cantatio.]
Defn: A singing. [Obs.] Blount.
CANTATORY
Cant"a*to*ry, a.
Defn: Caontaining cant or affectation; whining; singing. [R.]
CANTATRICE
Can`ta*tri"ce, n. Etym: [It.] (Mus.)
Defn: A female professional singer.
CANTED
Cant"ed, a. Etym: [From 2d Cant.]