slurring
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B2
/ˈslɜːrɪŋ/
(slur)
indistinct speech
Etymology
Etymology Information
'slur' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'slyren,' where 'slyr-' meant 'to slide or slip.'
Historical Evolution
'slyren' transformed into the modern English word 'slur' through gradual phonetic changes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to slide or slip,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'speak indistinctly.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to speak indistinctly so that the sounds run into one another.
He was slurring his words after a few drinks.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35