pirn
pirn
Definition
pirn (pʉrn, pirn)
noun
- the bobbin or spool of a weaver's shuttle
- a fishing reel
Etymology: ME pyrne, by metathesis < ? dial. prin, a pin, pointed twig
pirn
Usage Examples
Modifies a noun
- mill: The pirn mill, which turned out larch and birch bobbins for Mr Clark in Glasgow, was burnt completely in a fire.
