querl

verb, noun — 2 senses

querl

verb

Etymology From a dialectal variant of twirl, possibly representing a blend of twirl + curl. Cognate with German querlen (“to twirl”).

1

To twirl; turn or wind around; coil.

  • to querl a cord, thread, or rope

querl

noun

Etymology From a dialectal variant of twirl, possibly representing a blend of twirl + curl. Cognate with German querlen (“to twirl”).

1

A twist; curl.

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