chant
/tʃænt/
noun
- A repeated phrase or slogan, usually shouted or sung by a group.
- A familiar chant of 'We want more!' rose from the audience.
- The protest chant grew louder as more people joined.
- The fans' chant echoed through the stadium.
- A simple, repetitive song or melody, especially in religious or ceremonial contexts.
- The choir performed a Gregorian chant in the cathedral.
- She hummed a soft chant while working in the garden.
- The monks began a slow, peaceful chant at dawn.
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verb
- To sing or say a phrase or slogan repeatedly, often in a group.
- The crowd began to chant the team's name during the game.
- Protesters chanted for justice outside the city hall.
- The monks chanted their prayers in a low, steady voice.
- To sing a religious or sacred text in a monotone or simple melody.
- She learned to chant the psalms from her grandmother.
- In the temple, devotees chanted verses from the holy book.
- The priest chanted the ancient hymn during the ceremony.
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