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strathspey Definition

strath·spey (strat̸h spā′)

noun

  1. a Scottish dance resembling, but slower than, the reel
  2. the music for this

Etymology: after Strathspey, valley of Spey River, N Scotland: see strath

strathspey Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • slow: The tunes cover a wide range of genres including slow strathspeys, pipe reels and pipe marches.

Modifies a noun

  • playing: For instance you might want to search for information on strathspey playing, which would then be useful for any instrument.