Rap Definition
rap
noun
- a reproach for some lapse or misdeed; "he took the blame for it"; "it was a bum rap"
- a gentle blow
- the sound made by a gentle blow
- voluble conversation
- genre of African-American music of the 1980s and 1990s in which rhyming lyrics are chanted to a musical accompaniment; several forms of rap have emerged
- the act of hitting vigorously; "he gave the table a whack"
verb
- strike sharply; "rap him on the knuckles"
- make light, repeated taps on a surface; "he was tapping his fingers on the table impatiently"
- perform rap music
- talk volubly
"Rap" in song lyrics
See how rap is used in real songs:
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"there to busy on the internet surfing that rap"
1200 Techniques — Karma -
"Sitting back, staying back for the games of rap"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Chapel — Freestyle -
"So you can miss 2 Low with the bump rap"
2 Low f/ Scarface — Funky Lil Brotha
Words that rhyme with rap
Usage tips for "rap"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "rap" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for rap to find words that pair well.