English Explanatory Dictionary

soul-ale

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A wake or funeral gathering at which ale is served; also called dirge-ale.

Word forms

soul-ale soul-ales

Etymology

From soul + ale. Compare bridal (literally “bride-ale”). See also Swedish gravöl and Danish gravøl.

Synonyms

dirge-ale
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