How to Pronounce "shirl"
word
ˈʃɝɫ
SHURL
ʃɜːl
SHURL
Definition
A technical or mining term for a sharp, flat fragment of rock, often found in certain types of minerals or ores.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈʃɝɫ
British English
ʃɜːl
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
The geologist found a shirl in the rock sample.
A shirl can be dangerous to handle without gloves.
The miners separated the shirl from the valuable ores.
Careful not to step on a shirl while we're in the quarry.