slur
slur
slɜr
slēr
/slˈɜː/

Definition & Meaning of "slur"in English

Slur
01

a blemish made by dirt

Grammatical Information
animacy status
inanimate
plural form
slurs
02

a mean or hurtful word or comment that is used to insult or put down someone based on their race, gender, or other traits

03

(music) a curved line indicating smooth, connected play between notes

What is a "slur"?

A slur is a musical symbol that indicates that a group of notes should be played smoothly and connected, without separating them with distinct articulations. It is shown as a curved line placed above or below the notes that are to be joined. A slur instructs the performer to transition seamlessly from one note to the next, creating a flowing and continuous sound. This technique helps to enhance the expressiveness of the music by connecting the notes more naturally.

Examples
The pianist used a slur to connect the notes of the legato passage, creating a seamless and flowing melody.
to slur
01

become vague or indistinct

Grammatical Information
state verb
regular
present tense
slur
3rd person singular
slurs
past simple
slurred
past participle
slurred
02

utter indistinctly

03

speak disparagingly of; e.g., make a racial slur

04

to perform a series of musical notes smoothly and without separation

Examples
He slurs the notes together in the lyrical passage, creating a seamless melody.
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