sea shanties

A form of sea shanty — A work song that sailors historically sang in rhythm to their movement.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of sea shanty
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“sea shanties.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/sea%20shanties. Accessed November 5, 2026.

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