proto-rap

== English == === Alternative forms === protorap === Etymology === From proto- +‎ rap. === Noun === proto-rap (countable and uncountable, plural proto-raps) (uncountable) Performance art forms that served as precursors to rap, especially those that feature rhythmic spoken or half-sung lyrics. (countable) A specific piece or performance delivered in such an art form. === Anagrams === Rapoport