carmen
n. countable C2 Proficiency US //ˈkɑɹmən// car·men
n. a formal song or poem, especially one written for a special ceremony or religious event.
n. a song, poem, or incantation, particularly one used in a ritualistic or formal context. Often used in literary or historical discussions of Latin verse.
The poet recited a carmen to honor the new king.
Scholars analyzed the ancient carmen to understand the religious beliefs of the early Roman settlers.
The collection includes several examples of the carmen saeculare, a hymn commissioned for the centennial games to invoke divine protection over the state.
Usage
Plural form is 'carmina'. Primarily found in academic, literary, or historical texts regarding Latin literature.