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Definition slur in American English

slur verb

verb
/slɜr/
1

to speak without pronouncing the words clearly or separately, for example because you are very tired or drunk

Example

"Who are you?" she slurred.

Example

She was slurring her words and holding on to the bar.

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2

to play two or more musical notes with no pause between them

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Example

The Brigadier has been slurred as an extremist.

Example

A right-wing radio host slurred her as a slut.

Definition slur in American English