black santis

A form of black sanctus — A profane or blasphemous parody of a hymn.

Meanings

noun
  1. obsoleteObsolete form of black sanctus.

    The surly sinners sing / A horrible black santis, so to cheer / The work in hand.

    1861, All Year Round
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