A person who chants or sings, especially in a religious or ceremonial context; a singer or vocalist.
From 'chaunt' with the agent suffix '-er,' creating one who performs the action. Related to 'chanter' in bagpipes (the melody pipe).
In medieval churches, the official chaunter had one of the most powerful positions—their voice literally shaped religious experience for illiterate congregations who couldn't read the prayers themselves.
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