Mirkning
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmɜːk(ə)nɪŋ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Mirkning is a noun meaning (Scotland, now Orkney and Shetland) Late twilight, dusk; darkening of evening.
Meaning
(Scotland, now Orkney and Shetland) Late twilight, dusk; darkening of evening.
Example Sentences
The gloaming glories o’ the lift hae dwined awa’ to grey, And clachan lichts begin to blink ayont the mirkning brae.
Word Forms
- mirkenin
- mirkinnen
- mirknin
- mirkening
Synonyms for mirkning
Depending on context, synonyms include crepusculum, dimmity, nightfall.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include mirk, meridian, merk, midevening, noon, murgeon.
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