Phrased

/freɪzd/ verb

Definition

Expressed in words in a particular way; or grouped musical notes into meaningful sections.

Etymology

From Greek 'phrasis' meaning 'speech or diction,' relating to 'phrazein' (to point out or tell). Applied both to language and music from the 1700s onward.

Kelly Says

Musicians and writers both 'phrase' their work—using pauses and breaks to create meaning—showing how rhythm matters whether you're playing a violin or crafting a sentence.

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