mistal

/ ˈmɪstəl /

noun

1. dialect.
   a cow shed; byre

Word History and Origins

Origin of mistal¹

C17: of uncertain origin

Example Sentences

Mistal Staple not home, was the serene answer, as the Chinaman moved to close the door.

From Project Gutenberg

He'd tak a turn round t' croft, an' then he'd set off wi' his budget to t' mistal to milk t' cows.

From Project Gutenberg

In the far corner of the bare walls of undressed stone at this side is an open door leading into a mistal.

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