carlin
word
Definition
An old woman, typically with an unpleasant or witch-like character; mostly found in old literature or dialects.
Usage & Nuances
'Carlin' is archaic and mainly used in Scottish or northern English dialects. It is rarely used in modern English except in historical or literary contexts. It can refer to a witch or simply a cranky old woman.
Spanish: bruja (arcaico) - anciana gruñona (arcaico)Portuguese (BR): bruja (arcaico) - velha rabugenta (arcaico)Portuguese (PT): bruxa (arcaico) - velha resmungona (arcaico)Chinese (Simplified): 老太婆 (古語用法) - 女巫 (古語用法)Chinese (Traditional): 老太婆 (古語用法) - 女巫 (古語用法)Hindi: बूढ़ी औरत (पुरातन) - जादूगरनी (पुरातन अर्थ)Arabic: عجوز (تعبير قديم) - ساحرة (تعبير قديم)
Example Sentences
The old story tells of a carlin who lived in the woods.
basic
The villagers were afraid of the carlin.
basic
A carlin was said to cast spells at night.
basic
Don't mind her—she's just an old carlin complaining again.
natural
The legend says the carlin would curse anyone who disturbed her.
natural
In the poem, winter is called the 'gray carlin' sweeping the land.
natural