Slur ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Slur ( verb )

1. Speak or write about (someone or something) in a way that is likely to damage their reputation or to show a lack of respect.
2. Sing or play (notes) in a smooth and connected manner.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "smear with a liquid"): probably of low german or dutch origin.

Examples:

1. He felt that he had been unfairly slurred in the press.
2. She slurred her words after having too much to drink.
3. He was accused of slurring his opponent's character.
4. She slurred a series of notes on the piano.
5. The singer slurred the lyrics.

(As a noun)

Slur ( noun )

1. Speak or write about (someone or something) in a way that is likely to damage their reputation or to show a lack of respect.
2. Sing or play (notes) in a smooth and connected manner.

Origin:

Late middle english (in the sense "smear with a liquid"): probably of low german or dutch origin.

Examples:

1. He felt that he had been unfairly slurred in the press.
2. She slurred her words after having too much to drink.
3. He was accused of slurring his opponent's character.
4. She slurred a series of notes on the piano.
5. The singer slurred the lyrics.