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Word: wale (lookup usage) (lookup stats)


Meaning:

Noun:

  • A horizontal timber used for supporting or retaining earth.
  • A raised rib in knit goods or fabric. (As opposed to course)
  • A ridge on the outside of a horse collar.
  • A ridge or low barrier.
  • A ridge or streak produced on skin by a cane or whip.
  • Something selected as being the best, preference; choice.
  • The outside planking of a wooden ship. (See gunwale)
  • The texture of a piece of fabric.

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Verb:

  • to choose, select.
  • To strike the skin in such a way as to produce a wale.

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