pacing

/ˈpeɪsɪŋ/
/ˈpeɪsɪŋ/
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Definitions of pacing
  1. noun
    (music) the speed at which a composition is to be played
    synonyms: tempo
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    accelerando
    (music) 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)
    rubato
    a flexible tempo; not strictly on the beat
    type of:
    musical time
    (music) the beat of musical rhythm
  2. noun
    walking with slow regular strides
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    gait
    a person's manner of walking
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