to purl
Third Person
purls
Present Participle
purling
Past Tense
purled
Past Participle
purled
1
to make a murmuring or bubbling sound, often associated with the movement of water
- The stream purls gently as it flows over the smooth rocks.
- The river is purling rhythmically, creating a soothing background noise.
- Tomorrow, the waterfall will purl gracefully, filling the forest with its tranquil melody.
- The fountain in the garden purls gracefully, adding a serene ambiance to the surroundings.
- By next week, the newly installed pond will purl softly, attracting birds and wildlife to its tranquil waters.
Synonyms:
2
to flow in a gentle, swirling, or circular current
- The stream purled quietly over the rocks.
- Water purls around the base of the fountain.
- The brook purled through the forest, making a soothing sound.
- Rainwater purled along the edges of the windowpane.
- The river purls in small whirlpools near the dam.
3
to knit a stitch in which the yarn is looped backward to create a raised texture on the fabric
- Beginners often find it tricky to purl smoothly.
- The scarf was knitted using alternating knit and purl stitches.
- He purled carefully to maintain an even tension.
- The sweater featured a series of purled borders.
- The instructions said to purl five stitches before knitting the next row.
4
to embroider fabric or textiles using gold or silver thread
- The crown was purled with delicate gold thread.
- Medieval robes were purled with intricate silver patterns.
- The artisan purled the letter "A" on the ceremonial sash.
- The fabric was richly purled along the hem.
- The banner was purled with fine metallic filigree.
5
to adorn the edge of a garment or textile with gold or silver embroidery
- The tunic was purled along the hem with silver thread.
- The ceremonial robe was purled on its edges with gold.
- The pillowcase was purled delicately around the border.
- The banner's edge was purled in metallic thread.
- The tablecloth was purled along the hem for a luxurious finish.