proto-rap

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Performance art forms that served as precursors to rap, especially those that feature rhythmic spoken and/or half-sung lyrics.
  2. A specific piece or performance delivered in such an art form.

Word forms

proto-rap proto-raps protorap

Etymology

From proto- + rap.

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