English Dictionary

pricksong

noun

(now chiefly historical) Music sung from notation written with dots or points, as opposed to by ear; sheet music. / (now chiefly historical) A melody performed as a counterpoint to a plainsong.

The pricksong filled the air with its enchanting melody.

意味（1）

(now chiefly historical) Music sung from notation written with dots or points, as opposed to by ear; sheet music.

Well said, wench, and the prick-song we use shall be our husbands'.

意味（2）

(now chiefly historical) A melody performed as a counterpoint to a plainsong.