chant
Translation
chant, slogan, song, incantation
Examples
We could hear the protesters' chants.
We could hear the protesters' chants.
The monks' chant was very peaceful.
The monks' chant was very peaceful.
Grammar Patterns
a/the ((chant)) (noun) a chant, a slogan It was a simple chant.
a ((chant)) of (sth.) a repeated cry of (sth.) They started a chant of 'Go home!'
Similar Words
Synonyms: song, incantation, slogan, cry
Etymology
From Old French 'chant' (a song), from Latin 'cantus' (song), from 'canere' (to sing).
Memory Tips
A 'chant' is what you do when you 'chant' (the verb). Think of a football chant or a religious chant.