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chanty

/ˈtʃænti/ noun · British & US
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What does chanty mean?

noun

A sea shanty, a song sung by sailors while working on a ship, typically with a strong rhythm and repetitive lyrics. A chanty can also refer to a type of folk song or a style of music.

Example

"The sailors broke into a rousing chanty as they hauled in the nets."

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