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merlin Definition

mer·lin (mʉrlin)

noun

a small, dark falcon (Falco columbarius) with a striped, brownish-red breast, of North America and Eurasia

Etymology: ME merlion < OFr esmerillon, dim. of esmeril, merlin < OHG smirl, merlin

Merlin Definition

Mer·lin (mʉrlin)

noun

Arthurian Legend a magician and seer, helper of King Arthur

Etymology: ML Merlinus < Welsh Myrrdin < Brythonic *Mori-dünon < *mori, sea + Proto-Celt *dunom, hill, fortified hill, fort, hence, lit., sea-hill or sea-fortress

merlin Usage Examples

Converse of subject

post: Originally Posted by merlin i cant see you getting banned from here Merlin?

Converse of object

  • include: Other birds of prey may be seen further along the dale - including the very rare merlin.
  • see: I even saw a female merlin with buff and brown spots perched in a tree.

Adjective modifier

  • peregrine: The crags and moorland are suitable nesting and feeding areas for a variety of birds, including the peregrine, merlin and red grouse.
  • old: Older, more experienced merlins will often attack a flock of birds, singling out the young & weak when the flock disperses.
  • new: The newest Merlins all had a loose spinnaker pole which fitted cozily under the foredeck.

Modifies a noun

  • rocket: I am looking to borrow a modern merlin rocket for the student nationals at Weymouth on the 4th and 5th november.
  • entertainment: MERLIN ENTERTAINMENTS 020 8866 6327 This family concern has more than 20 years of experience in making your party a success.
  • engine: Makes me smile every time I hear those merlin engines.

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