roulade

Meaning

Noun

1. An elaborate embellishment of several notes sung to one syllable.
2. A slice of meat that is rolled up, stuffed, and cooked.

Verb

To sing an elaborate embellishment of several notes to one syllable.

Synonyms

run

paupiette

vocal run

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ɹuːˈlɑːd/

Etymology

From French roulade, from rouler (“to roll”), from Old French roler.