mistal
/ (ˈmɪstəl) /
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noun
dialect a cow shed; byre
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Word Origin for mistal
C17: of uncertain origin
Words nearby mistal
mist, mistakable, mistake, mistake for, mistaken, mistal, Mistassini, mistbow, mistcoat, misteach, mister
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Example sentences from the Web for mistal
Mistal Staple not home, was the serene answer, as the Chinaman moved to close the door.
Frank Merriwell's Triumph|Burt L. StandishHe'd tak a turn round t' croft, an' then he'd set off wi' his budget to t' mistal to milk t' cows.
More Tales of the Ridings|Frederic MoormanIn the far corner of the bare walls of undressed stone at this side is an open door leading into a mistal.