thirling Meaning & Definition
What Does Thirling Mean?
As a noun, thirling means The act of boring or perforating. It can also mean Same as thirl. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of thirl.
Thirling Definition (Noun)
- The act of boring or perforating
- Same as thirl
- In lead-mining, a mark indicating the termination of a set or pitch
Thirling as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of thirl
Synonyms of Thirling
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Thirling synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
thirling (plural thirlings)
thirling
Words That Rhyme With Thirling
Origin of Thirling
Origin 1: From Middle English thurlunge, from Old English þȳrlung (“piercing”), verbal noun of þȳrlian (“to pierce”). Equivalent to thirl + -ing.
Origin 2: See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.