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noun
Performance art forms that served as precursors to rap, especially those that feature rhythmic spoken or half-sung lyrics.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: uncountable
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noun
A specific piece or performance delivered in such an art form.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable
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History
From proto- + rap.
