SLUR
Scrabble letter values: S1L1U1R1 = 4
Definition
- noun (music) a curved line spanning notes that are to be played legato.
- noun a disparaging remark. — synonyms: aspersion
- noun a blemish made by dirt. — synonyms: smudge, spot, blot, daub, smear, smirch
- verb play smoothly or legato.
- verb speak disparagingly of.
- verb utter indistinctly.
- verb become vague or indistinct. — synonyms: blur, dim
Examples
- “in the 19th century any reference to female sexuality was considered a vile aspersion”
- “it is difficult for a woman to understand a man's sensitivity to any slur on his virility”
- “he had a smudge on his cheek”