carlin

English

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Etymology

From Old Norse karling, feminine of karl (carl).

Pronunciation

Noun

carlin (plural carlins)

  1. An old woman.

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French

Etymology

Probably from Carlin, nickname of Italian actor Carlo Bestinazzi (1713-1783) whose Harlequin mask was humourously compared to the dog's nose.

Pronunciation

  • IPA: /kaʁlɛ̃ /

Noun

carlin m (plural carlins)

  1. pug (dog)

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Last modified on 20 May 2013, at 01:13