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pacing

PRIMARY MEANINGS OF: pacing

1
 n
(music) the speed at which a composition is to be played
2
 n
walking with slow regular strides
FULL DEFINITIONS OF: pacing
1

n (music) the speed at which a composition is to be played

Synonyms:
tempo
Types:
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accelerando
a gradually increasing tempo of music
allegretto
a quicker tempo than andante but not as fast as allegro
allegro
a brisk and lively tempo
andante
a moderately slow tempo (a walking pace)
meno mosso
played at reduced speed; less rapid
rubato
a flexible tempo; not strictly on the beat
allegro con spirito
lively with spirit
Type of:
musical time
(music) the beat of musical rhythm
2

n walking with slow regular strides

Type of:
gait
a person's manner of walking
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