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   rap

   /rap/

   verb

   • 1. strike (a hard surface) with a series of rapid audible blows, especially in order to attract attention: "he stood up and rapped the table" Similar hitstrikebangthumpknockinformal:whackthwackbashwallopliterary:smite
   • ▪ strike (something) several times against a hard surface: "she rapped her stick on the floor" Similar knocktapbanghammerbatterpound
   • ▪ strike sharply with a stick or similar implement: "she rapped my fingers with a ruler"
   • ▪ criticize severely: informal "certain banks are to be rapped for delaying interest rate cuts" Similar rebukereprimandreproachscoldadmonishreproveremonstrate withchastisechideupbraidberatetake to taskpull upcastigatelambastread someone the Riot Actgive someone a piece of one's mindhaul over the coalscriticizecensureinformal:tell offgive someone a talking-togive someone a telling-offdress downgive someone a dressing-downgive someone an earfulgive someone a roastinggive someone a rocketrap over the knucklesslap someone's wristlet someone have itbawl outgive someone hellcome down onblow uppitch intolay intolace intogive someone a caningslap downblastragkeelhaultick offhave a go atcarpetmonstergive someone a mouthfultear someone off a stripgive someone what forgive someone a rollickingwiggive someone a wigginggive someone a rowrowchew outream outvulgar slang:bollockgive someone a bollockingtear someone a new arseholerip someone a new arseholechew someone's assream someone's asstear someone a new assholerip someone a new assholedated:call downrategive someone a ratingtrimrare:reprehendobjurgateOpposite praisecomplimentcommend
   • ▪ say sharply or suddenly: "the ambassador rapped out an order"
   • 2. perform rap music: "he raps under the name of Mr T"
   • 3. talk or chat in an easy and familiar manner: informal North American "we could be here all night rapping about the finer points of spiritualism"

   noun

   • 1. a quick, sharp knock or blow: "there was a confident rap at the door" Similar blowhitknockbangcrackthumpinformal:whackthwackbashwallopknockknockingtapbangbanginghammeringbatteringpoundingrat-tat
   • ▪ a sharp criticism: informal "social services were smarting from an Ombudsman's rap"
   • 2. a type of popular music of US black origin in which words are recited rapidly and rhythmically over an instrumental backing: "the label specializes in rap and modern soul"
   • ▪ a piece of rap, or the words themselves: "the track's a surprisingly lyrical rap"
   • 3. a lengthy or impromptu conversation: informal North American "dropping in after work for a rap over a beer"
   • 4. a criminal charge, especially of a specified kind: informal North American "he's just been acquitted on a murder rap"
   • 5. a person's reputation, typically a bad one: informal North American "why should drag queens get a bad rap?"

   Word Origin Middle English (originally in the senses ‘severe blow with a weapon’ and ‘deliver a heavy blow’): probably imitative and of Scandinavian origin; compare with Swedish rappa ‘beat, drub’, also with clap1 and flap.

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2. www.britannica.com › art › hip-hopHip-hop | Definition, History, Dance, Rap, Music, Culture, &...

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   Sep 25, 2024 · Rap first came to national prominence in the United States with the release of the Sugarhill Gang’s song “ Rapper’s Delight” (1979) on the independent African American-owned label Sugar Hill. Within weeks of its release, it had become a chart-topping phenomenon and given its name to a new genre of pop music .

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3. blog.landr.com › rap-stylesRap Styles: 22 Rap Genres That Defined the 50 Year Evolution of...

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   Sep 11, 2024 · 1. Old school. Let’s kick it off at the most obvious place to start—old school hip-hop. Old school for me encompasses most hip-hop from the late 70s and mid to late 80s. And yes—there are notable subgenres within the old school canon, but I’ll cover and discuss those a little later.

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4. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › RapeRape - Wikipedia

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   1 day ago · Rape is a type of sexual assault involving sexual intercourse, or other forms of sexual penetration, carried out against a person without their consent.

5. facts.net › culture-and-the-arts › 11-interesting-facts-about-rap11 Interesting Facts About Rap

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   Sep 21, 2024 · Rap is a form of musical expression that often features intricate wordplay and lyrical dexterity. Rappers use clever rhymes, metaphors, and storytelling techniques to convey their messages and showcase their verbal skills. The genre’s emphasis on lyrical prowess has led to the rise of numerous influential wordsmiths within the rap community.

6. www.careersinmusic.com › how-to-rapHow to Rap for Beginners: Learn How to Start a Rap - Careers in...

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   Sep 18, 2024 · Mighty got her start in rap by rapping over other rappers’ songs. She would imagine what she would do if she were featured on, for example, a 50 Cent song. Then she would just start rapping. She says learning how to rap starts with “understanding what that vocal component of rap is.”

7. www.britannica.com › art › hip-hopHip-hop - 21st Century, Culture, Music | Britannica

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   Sep 13, 2024 · SoundCloud rappers developed their own sound and subculture. Songs often featured lyrics that were repetitive, unclear, or technically distorted (giving rise to the label “mumble rap”), and many MCs sported striking facial tattoos and brightly dyed hair.

8. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › rapperRapper - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   2 days ago · A rapper is a musician who drops rhymes to the beat. “Rapper’s Delight,” the first rap to hit the Top 40, starts with “…to the hip, hip hop, and you don't stop” and ends 15 minutes later.