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purl

verb

/pɜːrl/

Meaning

To knit with a purl stitch; to flow with a murmuring sound (as a stream).

The brook purled softly through the meadow.

knit, stitch, ripple, murmur, flow

unravel, silence

purl stitch, brook purled, purl knitting

To repair or make something work again.

to make a serious or angry facial expression by wrinkling the forehead

to act as a friend to someone; to make friends with

to engage in games or sports for enjoyment

to contribute greatly to a result or consequence, usually beneficial

Extended in duration; made to last longer than usual.