merle
4 synonyms for merle, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The Eurasian blackbird, or loosely, any blackbird.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use merle
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
blue merle
merle coat pattern
Etymology
From Old French merle, from Latin merula, "blackbird."
Full origin of merle →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.
