sing-song

sing-song
1. noun /ˈsɪŋsɒŋ/
a) A kind of verse with a simple, song-like rhythm.
b) An informal gathering involving group singing.
2. adjective /ˈsɪŋsɒŋ/
Like a piece of sing-song; simple and melodic, song-like.

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