phrasing

(noun) the grouping of musical phrases in a melodic line.

(noun) the manner in which something is expressed in words. Synonyms: wording, diction, phraseology, choice of words, verbiage. Example: "Use concise military verbiage"- g.s.patton."

(verb) put into words or an expression. Synonyms: give voice, formulate, word, phrase, articulate. Example: "He formulated his concerns to the board of trustees."

(verb) divide, combine, or mark into phrases. Synonyms: phrase. Example: "Phrase a musical passage."