munnion

[ muhn-yuhn ]

noun

1. a mullion or muntin.

munnion

/ ˈmʌnjən /

noun

1. an archaic word for mullion

Word History and Origins

Origin of munnion¹

First recorded in 1585–95; assimilated variant of mullion

Word History and Origins

Origin of munnion¹

C16: from monial mullion

Example Sentences

She was inspecting her tulips, and was followed by Miss Munnion, and at a little further distance by the gardener.

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Of course Diana ought to come before everything, and yet Miss Munnion did not seem able to make up her mind to go to her.

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She had not to wait long, for Miss Munnion reappeared in less than five minutes shaking her head mournfully.

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It was an evident relief to Miss Munnion to be taken in hand firmly even by a child.

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She waved her mittened hand fretfully, and Iris, thankful to be released, flew with her good news to the trembling Miss Munnion.

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