flow

noun/verb/floʊ/ 🔊 listen

Flow in rap refers to a rapper's rhythm and delivery style — how their words ride the beat. A great flow can make or break a rap performance.

📖 Meanings

1the movement of liquid or gas from one place to another

"The river flows gently through the valley." — The river flows gently through the valley.

2A rapper's rhythm, timing, and delivery style over a beat

"His flow is smooth on every beat." — (said when a rapper rides the beat effortlessly)

3To rap smoothly and naturally, as if the words are coming without effort

"She can flow over any type of music." — (used when a rapper adapts easily to different beats)

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