SKINTLE


Meaning of SKINTLE in English

transitive verb

also scin·tle ˈskint ə l

( -ed/-ing/-s )

Etymology: origin unknown

1. : to stack (molded brick) with spaces between to allow ventilation for drying

2. : to set (bricks) in a wall irregularly so that the bricks are out of line with the face of the wall 1/8 to 1/4 inch or more

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