nounπShareA particular stitch in knitting; an inversion of stitches giving the work a ribbed or waved appearance."The knitter carefully worked the purl stitch to create a textured pattern on the scarf. "stylematerialwearartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe edge of lace trimmed with loops."The delicate purl of the handmade lace gave the baby blanket a sweet, finished look. "materialwearstyleChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn embroidered and puckered border; a hem or fringe, often of gold or silver twist; also, a pleat or fold, as of a band."The queen's gown featured a delicate purl of silver thread along the neckline, adding a subtle shimmer to its design. "materialappearancestyleartwearChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo decorate with fringe or embroidered edge"Needlework purled with gold."styleappearanceartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareAn inverted stitch producing ribbing etc"Knit one, purl two."styletechnicalmaterialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA heavy or headlong fall; an upset."The toddler took a nasty purl off the bottom step, but luckily wasn't hurt. "disasteractioneventoutcomeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo upset, to spin, capsize, fall heavily, fall headlong."The huntsman was purled from his horse."actiondisasterChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA circle made by the motion of a fluid; an eddy; a ripple."The gentle stream made a small purl as it flowed over the smooth stones. "naturephysicsphenomenaChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA gentle murmuring sound, such as that produced by the running of a liquid among obstructions."the purl of a brook"soundnatureenvironmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo flow with a murmuring sound in swirls and eddies."The small stream purled around the rocks in the garden, creating a soothing sound. "naturesoundenvironmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo rise in circles, ripples, or undulations; to curl; to mantle."The milk steamed gently in the pot, beginning to purl as tiny bubbles rose to the surface. "natureactionappearanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAle or beer spiced with wormwood or other bitter herbs, regarded as a tonic."After a long, cold day working in the garden, a warm mug of purl helped Dad feel refreshed and energized. "drinkfoodChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareHot beer mixed with gin, sugar, and spices."After a long, cold day working outside, a warm purl was exactly what he needed to take the chill off. "drinkfoodChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA tern."From the beach, we watched a purl gracefully dive into the ocean, searching for fish. "animalbirdChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
