rap

[ræp]

rap Definition

• 1. a type of popular music with a strong rhythm in which the words are spoken, not sung
• 2. a quick, sharp knock or blow
• 3. to strike quickly and sharply

Using rap: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "rap" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He is a famous rap artist.

• Example

  The rapper delivered a powerful message through his lyrics.

• Example

  She gave the door a quick rap with her knuckles.

• Example

  The boxer rapped his opponent on the chin.

• Example

  He rapped his knuckles on the table to get their attention.

rap Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for rap

• knock
• hit
• rhyme
• strike
• talk

Antonyms for rap

• praise
• compliment

Idioms Using rap

• take the rap

  to accept the blame or punishment for something, often on behalf of others

  Example

  He took the rap for his friend's mistake.

• rap someone's knuckles

  to reprimand or scold someone for doing something wrong

  Example

  The teacher rapped the student's knuckles for talking during class.

• rap on the door

  to knock on the door

  Example

  She rapped on the door and waited for someone to answer.

Phrases with rap

• rap sheet

  a record of someone's criminal history

  Example

  The police officer checked the suspect's rap sheet.

• beat the rap

  to avoid being found guilty of a crime

  Example

  The defendant was able to beat the rap due to lack of evidence.

• rap battle

  a competition between two or more rappers to see who can improvise the best lyrics

  Example

  The rap battle was intense as both rappers tried to outdo each other.

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Summary: rap in Brief

The term 'rap' [ræp] has multiple meanings. As a noun, it refers to a type of popular music characterized by spoken words and a strong rhythm. As a verb, it means to strike quickly and sharply. 'Rap' also describes a quick, sharp knock or blow. The term extends into phrases like 'rap sheet,' denoting a criminal record, and idioms like 'take the rap,' meaning to accept blame or punishment for something. 'Rap' also appears in phrases like 'beat the rap,' meaning to avoid being found guilty of a crime.