noun
- Plural of hazzan; cantors or prayer leaders in a Jewish synagogue who lead liturgical chanting and singing.
Usage: Jewish religious context; Also spelled 'chazzan' or 'chazan'
Examples
- The hazzans at the synagogue prepared the liturgical music for the High Holy Days.
- Several hazzans from different congregations gathered for a professional conference.
- The role of hazzans has been central to Jewish worship for centuries.
- Young hazzans studied traditional chanting techniques under experienced mentors.