What is the meaning of purl?

noun

  • Gold or silver wire thread.
  • A basic knitting stitch.

verb

  • Flow in a circular current, of liquids.
  • Make a murmuring sound.
    • usage: "the water was purling"
  • Knit with a purl stitch.
  • Edge or border with gold or silver embroidery.
  • Embroider with gold or silver thread. .
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