Purl
n.- A circle made by the notion of a fluid; an eddy; a ripple.
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A gentle murmur, as that produced by the running of a liquid among obstructions;
as, the .purl of a brook - Malt liquor, medicated or spiced; formerly, ale or beer in which wormwood or other bitter herbs had been infused, and which was regarded as tonic; at present, hot beer mixed with gin, sugar, and spices.
- (Zoöl.) A tern.
