Word
chanting
Phoneticschant·ing
US/ˈtʃæntɪŋ/
UK/tʃˈɑːntɪŋ/
Definition
n. the act of repeating words or a simple song over and over, often by a group of people.
n. the rhythmic repetition of words, phrases, or melodic sequences, often performed in unison by a group.
Examples
“The crowd began chanting the team's name after the goal.”
“Monks spent the early morning hours engaged in rhythmic chanting that echoed through the temple halls.”
“The rhythmic chanting of the protesters grew louder as they approached the parliament building, creating a powerful wall of sound that could be heard several blocks away.”
Examples
simple
“The crowd began chanting the team's name after the goal.”
contextual
“Monks spent the early morning hours engaged in rhythmic chanting that echoed through the temple halls.”
complex
“The rhythmic chanting of the protesters grew louder as they approached the parliament building, creating a powerful wall of sound that could be heard several blocks away.”
Usage
Often used as an uncountable noun to describe a continuous sound.
Real-World Examples
“West Ham said: “We understand that singing and chanting is a traditional and deeply embedded part of the matchday experience.” “Chelsea supporters appeared divided, with others responding by chanting his name.” Etymology
From Middle English chauntynge; equivalent to chant + -ing.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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