carlin
English
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Etymology
From Old Norse karling, feminine of karl (“carl”).
Pronunciation
- Rhymes: -ɑː(r)lɪn
Noun
carlin (plural carlins)
- 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)
- pug (dog)