ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Marled

Pronunciation varies by accent · adjective

Meaning

(chiefly Scotland) Mottled, streaked, multicoloured..

Definitions by Sense

  1. (chiefly Scotland) Mottled, streaked, multicoloured.
  2. simple past and past participle of marl

Example Sentences

The Standing Stones reared up above the two, marled and streaked with snow they were, and a wind came blowing fit to freeze the chilblains on a brass monkey as they stood and glowered one at the other.

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When Should You Use Marled?

Use marled when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does marled mean?

Marled means (chiefly Scotland) Mottled, streaked, multicoloured..

What is a synonym for marled?

The closest synonym depends on the sentence and intended sense.

What is the opposite of marled?

The opposite depends on the specific sense.

How do you use marled in a sentence?

The Standing Stones reared up above the two, marled and streaked with snow they were, and a wind came blowing fit to freeze the chilblains on a brass monkey as they stood and glowered one at the other.

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