Definition of "decani" in English

adjective

1. (church architecture) Of the side of the chancel, apse, altar or choir on which the dean's stall is placed (the right hand side to a person facing the altar); decanal.

noun

1. (music) The higher of two choral voice parts sung when a part splits into two; traditionally sung by members of the choir on the decani side.

2. (music) That half of the choir singing decani parts, collectively.