berley

[ bur-lee ]

nounAustralian.

chum² (defs. 1, 2).

Origin of berley

First recorded in 1870–75; of obscure origin

Words Nearby berley

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How to use berley in a sentence

He was destined to learn much regarding the true nature of that mysterious young person who called herself berley Todd.
The Galloping Ghost | Roy J. Snell
Closing the door softly behind her, berley Todd stepped out upon the short platform which served both as doorstep and dock.
The Galloping Ghost | Roy J. Snell
Her eyes were dreamy as she stared at the fire, that petite, vivacious little lady, berley Todd.
The Galloping Ghost | Roy J. Snell
As if to escape the sight, berley Todd turned and glided silently up the hill.
The Galloping Ghost | Roy J. Snell
As berley stole a glance at the young football star she read approval in his eyes, and was satisfied.
The Galloping Ghost | Roy J. Snell

British Dictionary definitions for berley

berley

noun

bait scattered on water to attract fish
slang rubbish; nonsense

verb(tr)

to scatter (bait) on water
to hurry (someone); urge on

Origin of berley

origin unknown

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