Type of singing done generally without instruments and harmony.

A short and simple melody, divided into two parts by double bars, to which unmetrical psalms, etc., are sung or recited. It is the most ancient form of choral music.

Twang; manner of speaking; a canting tone.

To sing, especially without instruments, and as applied to monophonic and pre-modern music.

To sing or intone sacred text.

To utter or repeat in a strongly rhythmical manner, especially as a group.

“The football fans chanted insults at the referee.”