লক্ষ্য করুন: এই এন্ট্রির অনুবাদ বর্তমানে মান পর্যালোচনার অধীনে রয়েছে, তাই কিছু বিষয়বস্তু সাময়িকভাবে শুধুমাত্র ইংরেজিতে প্রদর্শিত হচ্ছে।
এই এন্ট্রিটি এখনও আপনার ভাষায় অনুবাদ করা হয়নি, তাই নিচে মূল লেখাটি দেখানো হচ্ছে।
slurring
This term describes a loss of precision, whether in speech, character, or musical execution. When referring to speech, it carries a strong clinical or judgmental connotation, often implying a lack of control caused by external factors like alcohol, drugs, or neurological impairment. It is distinct from a stutter or a lisp, as it specifically involves the blending of sounds into an indistinct mass.
In a social or political context, the word shifts from a physical description to a moral one, referring to the intentional tarnishing of a reputation. This usage is closely tied to the concept of a "slur," where the act of slurring is the process of attacking someone's honor. In music, the term is technical and neutral, describing a specific legato technique where notes are connected to create a fluid, seamless transition.
Meanings
The act of speaking indistinctly, often due to intoxication, fatigue, or a medical condition, where sounds run together.
His slurring became more pronounced as the medication took effect.
The act of making a damaging or insulting remark about someone's character or reputation.
In music, the act of playing or singing notes in a smooth, connected manner without breaks between them.
Characterized by the indistinct pronunciation of words.
Examples
His slurring became more pronounced as the alcohol took effect.
The constant slurring of my reputation in the press is unacceptable.
The constant slurring of my reputation in the press is unacceptable.
I cannot believe she is slurring my name to the board of directors.
The detective noted the suspect's slurring as a sign of extreme nervousness.
The pianist focused on the slurring of the notes to create a seamless melody.
She practiced the slurring of the phrase until it sounded natural.
He spoke in a slurring tone that made him hard to understand.