marl
What is another word for marl? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A soil-like mixture of clay and lime, sometimes with sand, in varying proportions.
We haven't recorded synonyms for marl yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use marl
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
clay marl
marl soil
a marl pit
calcareous marl
It is a specialist word used in geology and farming.
Etymology
Marl came into English from Middle English marle, from Old French marle, from Late Latin margila. Margila was a diminutive of marga, meaning marl.
Full origin of marl →Frequently asked questions
What is marl?
Marl is an earthy mixture of lime, clay and sometimes sand, in varying proportions.
How do you pronounce marl?
In British English it sounds like "mahl"; in American English the r is pronounced, as in "snarl" without the sn.
Can marl be a verb?
Yes. To marl ground means to cover it with marl.
