Purl - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Definition:
To flow with a murmuring sound, or to knit with a reverse stitch creating a ribbed texture.
Synonyms:
murmur, ripple, babble, knit
Part of Speech:
verb, noun
Antonyms:
gush, silence
Common Collocations:
purl stitch, purl of water, purl along
Derivatives:
purling, purled
Usage Tips:
Use "purl" for knitting or describing soft flowing sounds; ensure context clarifies the meaning.
Common Phrases:
purl of a brook, purl stitch, purl and plain
Etymology:
Originates from Middle English "pirle," meaning to whirl or ripple, influenced by Old English and Scandinavian words for swirling liquid.
Examples:
- 1. The brook began to purl softly over the stones.
- 2. She learned to purl to create a textured scarf.
- 3. The quiet purl of the stream relaxed everyone nearby.
- 4. His knitting alternated between knit and purl stitches evenly.