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rap

n. uncountable
A2 Elementary US //ˈɹæp// UK //ɹˈæp// rap Archaic Informal Slang

n. a style of music where the words are spoken quickly and rhythmically over a strong beat. It often involves clever rhymes and storytelling.

n. a musical genre and vocal technique characterized by rhythmic and rhyming speech, typically delivered over a backing beat or musical accompaniment. Often used as a synonym for hip-hop in casual conversation.


SIMPLE

He listens to rap music while he exercises at the gym.

CONTEXTUAL

The artist spent years perfecting his rap style before releasing his first studio album.

COMPLEX

The evolution of rap from a local subculture to a global phenomenon has significantly influenced contemporary fashion, language, and social activism.

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Uncountable when referring to the genre of music; countable when referring to a specific song or performance.

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