Slurves is a term used in baseball and refers to a type of pitch that combines the qualities of a slider and a curveball. While not as common as other pitches, it can be a valuable weapon for pitchers who can master its movement. Synonyms for slurves include slurveball, slider-curve, and curve-slider. In essence, it's a hybrid pitch that combines the sweeping action of a curveball with the sharp, lateral break of a slider. Other similar pitches that belong to the same family of breaking balls include the screwball, which moves down and away from a right-handed batter, and the cutter, which is a type of fastball with lateral movement.