mool

[ mool ]

noun

, Scot. and North England.

1. soft, crumbly soil rich in mold or humus.
2. earth from or for a grave.
3. a grave.

Word History and Origins

Origin of mool¹

First recorded in 1570–80; variant of mold ³

Example Sentences

Meanwhile, Mr. Mool turned over a page of the Will, and arrived at the clauses relating to Carmina and her guardian.

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Having answered in these terms, Mr. Mool began to fold up the Will—and suddenly stopped.

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Mrs. Gallilee made her appearance in the library—and Mr. Mool's pulse accelerated its beat.

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Mr. Mool made his apologies for not getting sooner to the point, with the readiest good-will.

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Mrs. Gallilee's son followed her into the room—and Mr. Mool's pulse steadied itself again.

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