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merle

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Noun — The Eurasian blackbird, or loosely, any blackbird.

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blue merle merle coat pattern

Etymology

From Old French merle, from Latin merula, "blackbird."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “merle” mean?

The word “merle” means the Eurasian blackbird, or loosely, any blackbird. In plain terms, either the blackbird, or a mottled coat pattern in dogs.

How do you pronounce “merle”?

“Merle” is pronounced murl (/mɝl/ in IPA).

How do you use “merle” in a sentence?

Here is “merle” used in a sentence: “A merle sang from the hedge every morning at dawn.”

What part of speech is “merle”?

“Merle” is a noun.

Where does the word “merle” come from?

The word “merle” comes from Latin. From Old French merle, from Latin merula, "blackbird.".

How many meanings does “merle” have?

“Merle” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the Eurasian blackbird, or loosely, any blackbird.

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