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Definition slur in British English

slur verb

verb
/slɜː(r)/
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.

Synonyms and related words
mumble babble gibber
2

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

Synonyms and related words
accompany arrange articulation
Example

The Brigadier has been slurred as an extremist.

Example

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

Definition slur in British English