Winkle
['wɪŋk(ə)l] or ['wɪŋkl]
Definition
(n.) Any periwinkle.
(n.) Any one of various marine spiral gastropods, esp., in the United States, either of two species of Fulgar (F. canaliculata, and F. carica).
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Definition
=Periwinkle (q.v.).
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Examples
- WINKLE [The above is a manly and handsome acknowledgment of past misdemeanors. Louisa May Alcott. Little Women.
- Mr. Pickwick paused, and looked steadily on Mr. Winkle, who quailed beneath his leader's searching glance. Charles Dickens. The Pickwick Papers.
- The doctor, I believe, is a very good shot,' said Mr. Winkle. Charles Dickens. The Pickwick Papers.
- Yes, I am,' replied Mr. Winkle. Charles Dickens. The Pickwick Papers.
- I should like to have seen that dog,' said Mr. Winkle. Charles Dickens. The Pickwick Papers.
- Restrain him,' cried Mr. Snodgrass; 'Winkle, Tupman--he must not peril his distinguished life in such a cause as this. Charles Dickens. The Pickwick Papers.
- It is very much to your credit that you remain here,' said Mr. Winkle. Charles Dickens. The Pickwick Papers.
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