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chanting
This term describes a specific type of vocalization where rhythm and repetition take precedence over melodic variation. It is most frequently associated with collective action, such as sports fans in a stadium or religious practitioners in a temple, creating a hypnotic or unifying atmosphere.
As a noun, it functions as a gerund describing the activity itself. When used as an adjective, it modifies the nature of the sound or the prayer, emphasizing the ritualistic or repetitive quality of the delivery rather than the lyrical content.
Meanings
Examples
The crowd started chanting the players names as they took the field.
Stop chanting and listen to the instructions.
The eerie chanting echoed through the ancient stone halls.
He could hear the distant chanting of the protesters downtown.
The sorceress began chanting a powerful spell to open the portal.
I can still remember the rhythmic chanting of the sailors on the old ship.
The chanting voice of the leader filled the room with energy.
They spent hours chanting mantras to achieve a state of deep meditation.