chanty
Americannoun
plural
chantiesnoun
Example Sentences
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The rest of the crew was too busy shoveling herring into barrels while singing rhythmic sea chanties to even say good-bye.
From Literature
Historically, chanteys – which are also spelled as "shanties" or "chanties" – began with a sing-out by a crew member recognized as "the chanteyman," usually someone prized for his voice and ability to extemporize.
From Salon
Their first video, a rendition of the sea chanty “Drunken Sailor”, dropped Nov. 21.
From Washington Times
With her counterpart on the starboard watch, Theo, she led chanties while the crew raised the sails, while they sweated and heaved at the capstans.
From Literature
FRI Traditional Irish supper, drinks, Irish music and sea chanties aboard the docked 1904 Lightship “Swiftsure;” proceeds benefit Northwest Seaport maritime heritage nonprofit; 7 p.m.
From Seattle Times
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