merbwll

Welsh

Etymology

From merf (“insipid”) +‎ pwll (“pool”).

Pronunciation

Noun

merbwll m (plural merbyllau)

  1. stagnant pool
    Synonyms: merllyn, llynwyn, sefydlyn
  2. standing water
    Synonym: merddwr

Further reading

  • D. G. Lewis, N. Lewis, editors (2005–present), “merbwll”, in Gweiadur: the Welsh–English Dictionary, Gwerin
  • R. J. Thomas, G. A. Bevan, P. J. Donovan, A. Hawke et al., editors (1950–present), “merbwll”, in Geiriadur Prifysgol Cymru Online (in Welsh), University of Wales Centre for Advanced Welsh & Celtic Studies
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