Definitions

1. noun

A person or device that produces a sound, especially a bird’s song, or a mechanical device that produces a musical sound, especially a mechanical bird that sings.

“The musician played the chanter to produce a sweet melody.”

2. noun

A person who sings a hymn or a psalm, especially in a church service.

“The chanter led the congregation in singing the hymn.”

3. noun

A device used in bagpipe music to produce sound, consisting of a series of holes that the player covers with their fingers.

“The chanter of the bagpipe was decorated with intricate carvings.”

4. verb

To produce a sound, especially a bird’s song.

“The birds chantered in the morning.”