Meaning
A rude, rustic man; a churl.
Etymology
Origin: Old English
From Middle English carl, from Old English carl, a borrowing from Old Norse karl (“man, husband”), from Proto-Germanic *karilaz. Doublet of ceorl, churl, and karl.
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
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