Meaning ofplainsongin English

Noun

1. a straightforward statement; without embellishment
   The priest sang a beautiful plainsong during the mass.
2. a monophonic chant (in Christian churches)
   The politician's plainsong about tax reform was well-received by voters.
3. simple melodic notes (without variation)
   The choir performed a traditional plainsong with hauntingly simple melodic notes.