shanties (0 synonym found)

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Definition of shanties:

(n) : A roughly-built hut or cabin.
(n) : A rudimentary or improvised dwelling, especially one not legally owned.
(n) : A rhythmic work song, traditionally sung by sailors or stevedores, functioning to set the pace for hauling, turning a capstan, loading, or other such activities.
(n) : (Australia, New Zealand) An unlicensed pub.
(adj) : (US, derogatory) Living in shanties; poor, ill-mannered and violent.
(v) : To inhabit a shanty.

Definition of shanties:

(n) : A roughly-built hut or cabin.
(n) : A rudimentary or improvised dwelling, especially one not legally owned.
(n) : A rhythmic work song, traditionally sung by sailors or stevedores, functioning to set the pace for hauling, turning a capstan, loading, or other such activities.
(n) : (Australia, New Zealand) An unlicensed pub.
(adj) : (US, derogatory) Living in shanties; poor, ill-mannered and violent.
(v) : To inhabit a shanty.

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