chanty

/'ʃɑ:nti/
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chanty

Sailors sing a chanty while raising the anchor.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A rhythmical work song originally sung by sailors: A "chanty" (also spelled "chantey" or "shanty") is a type of song with a strong, regular rhythm, traditionally sung by sailors to coordinate their efforts during tasks like hauling ropes or raising anchors.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The old sailor led the crew in a lively sea chanty as they pulled the ropes.
    • The museum exhibit featured recordings of traditional sailing chanties.
Advanced Usage
  • "Sea chanty": A more specific term for a sailor's work song.
    • The festival's highlight was a group performance of classic sea chanties.
Variants and Related Words
  • Chantey (n): An alternative spelling of "chanty."
  • Shanty (n): Another common variant spelling of the same word.
  • Work song (n): A general term for a song sung to accompany labor, of which a chanty is a specific type.
Synonyms
  • Sea song: A song of the sea, often used more broadly than just for work coordination.
  • Hauling song: A descriptive term for a song used while pulling or hauling.
Related Phrases
  • To sing a chanty: The typical verb phrase used with this noun.
    • The captain encouraged the new crew members to sing a chanty to keep their spirits up.
chanty

Sailors sing a chanty while raising the anchor.

Noun
  1. a rhythmical work song originally sung by sailors

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