English Explanatory Dictionary

skirl

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To make a shrill sound, as of bagpipes.
noun
  1. A shrill sound, as of bagpipes.
  2. A blast (of wind-blown snow or rain); a gust (especially if accompanied by snow or rain, or a shill or whistling sound).
verb
  1. Alternative form of shirl.

Pronunciation

/skɜːl/ /skɜɹl/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-skirl.wav

Word forms

skirl skirls skirling skirled

Etymology

Originally from Scots and Northern English dialects (as a verb), probably of Old Norse origin; ultimately imitative.

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