# gracing

Pronunciation: say "GRAY-sing" /ˈɡɹeɪsɪŋ/

## Verb

1. Present participle of grace. — present participle and gerund of grace
   - Simple: Present participle of grace. Use this form for something that is adding beauty right now.
   - _Her portrait has been gracing the gallery's main hall for years._
   - _The chef spent the evening gracing each plate with edible flowers._

## Noun

2. The use of a grace note to ornament a melodic line.
   - Simple: Adding a quick extra note to decorate a tune in music.
   - _The piper's gracing gave the reel its distinctive lilt._
   - _Traditional musicians learn gracing by ear rather than from notation._

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