noun
- A cantor or leader of liturgical singing in a Jewish synagogue.
Usage: Also spelled 'chazan' or 'hazzan'; From Hebrew חַזָּן (ḥazzan); Religious/cultural term
Examples
- The chazzen led the congregation in prayer with a beautiful voice.
- During the High Holidays, the chazzen performs an important role in the synagogue service.
- The new chazzen was trained in traditional liturgical chanting.
- Many synagogues employ a professional chazzen to enhance the worship experience.