chantey

[ shan-tee, chan- ]

noun

, plural chant·eys.

1. a variant of shanty ².

chantey

/ ˈtʃæn-; ˈʃæntɪ /

noun

1. the usual US spelling of shanty 2

Example Sentences

And you can bet we’ll be singing a sea chantey in his honor when it happens.

From Los Angeles Times

In Week 1420, prompted by the TikTok sea chantey craze, we asked for songs about a particular job, or to work by.

From Washington Post

The chantey was, historically, a release valve for loneliness, fear and oppression.

From Salon

Either way, the musical form of a sea shanty or chantey is the same.

From Seattle Times

Anselmo and Corak have composed a score with influences including sea chanteys, Latin rhythms and jazz, as well as the upbeat ballad “Stay Afloat,” a tune reminiscent of those on “Sesame Street.”

From New York Times