(In English language teaching) a sequence of rhythmic phrases chanted by students in unison, often with accompanying music, as an exercise for learning intonation and cadence.
Origin
1920s; earliest use found in Standard.
Definition of jazz chant in US English:
jazz chant
noun
(In English language teaching) a sequence of rhythmic phrases chanted by students in unison, often with accompanying music, as an exercise for learning intonation and cadence.