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carling
[ kahr-ling ]
noun
, Nautical.
- a short fore-and-aft beam running beside a hatchway, mast hole, or other deck opening.
carling
1/ ˈkɑːlɪŋ /
noun
- a fore-and-aft beam in a vessel, used for supporting the deck, esp around a hatchway or other opening
Carling
2/ ˈkɑːlɪŋ /
noun
- CarlingWill(iam)1965MBritishSPORT AND GAMES: rugby union player Will ( iam ). born 1965, English Rugby Union player; won 72 caps (1988–97); captained England to three Grand Slams (1991, 1992, 1995)
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Word History and Origins
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Word History and Origins
Origin of carling1
C14: from Old Norse kerling old woman, carline ²
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Example Sentences
In her article, Middleton says that she used to "pine" after the now 48-year-old Carling.
From The Daily Beast
"I never have had such a thought about it," declared Mrs. Carling.
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"I hope it won't upset Julius," said Mrs. Carling doubtfully.
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"Thank you, Mrs. Carling," responded John, with much sincerity.
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These particulars were all related simply and unaffectedly before Mr. Carling ventured on the confession of his attachment.
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Socially, Mr. Carling's position was but little affected either way by the change in his life.
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