A rhythmic work song sung by sailors to coordinate labor such as hauling ropes or raising the anchor, with call-and-response verses timed to repetitive tasks.
Pronunciation: SHAN-tee
Related Terms: Splice the Mainbrace, Rigging, Halyard
A rhythmic work song sung by sailors to coordinate labor such as hauling ropes or raising the anchor, with call-and-response verses timed to repetitive tasks.
Pronunciation: SHAN-tee
Related Terms: Splice the Mainbrace, Rigging, Halyard