witherling

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English

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Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈwɪðə(ɹ)lɪŋ/

Etymology 1

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From Old English wiþerling, equivalent to wither- (“against”) +‎ -ling.

Noun

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witherling (plural witherlings)

  1. (obsolete) An opponent, enemy, or adversary.

Etymology 2

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From wither (“to wilt”) +‎ -ling.

Noun

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witherling (plural witherlings)

  1. One who or that which is withered or decrepit.
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