furling Meaning & Definition
ˈfər(-ə)l
What Does Furling Mean?
As a verb, furling means to wrap or roll (something, such as a sail or a flag) close to or around something. It is also used to mean to curl or fold as in being furled.
Word Facts for Furling
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈfər(-ə)l/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
Furling Definition (Verb)
- to wrap or roll (something, such as a sail or a flag) close to or around something
- to curl or fold as in being furled
Synonyms of Furling
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Furling synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
furled
furl·ing
furls
furl
furling
furling (plural furlings)
Words That Rhyme With Furling
Origin of Furling
Anglo-French ferlier to fasten, from fer, ferm tight (from Latin firmus firm) + lier to tie, from Latin ligare ligature
First Known Use
1556t
How to Pronounce Furling
You say furling as /ˈfər(-ə)l/. It has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (fər().