SKINKLE


Meaning of SKINKLE in English

I. ˈskiŋkəl intransitive verb

( -ed/-ing/-s )

Etymology: perhaps blend of skimmer (II) and twinkle

chiefly Scotland : sparkle , glitter

II. transitive verb

( -ed/-ing/-s )

Etymology: perhaps from skink (I) + -le

chiefly Scotland : to scatter piecemeal : sprinkle

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