wolly
/ (ˈwɒlɪ) /
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Definition of wolly
noun plural -lies
East London dialect a pickled cucumber or olive
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Word Origin for wolly
perhaps from olive
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How to use wolly in a sentence
"Yes—to punish ourselves for singing Polly Wolly in the graveyard," said Faith.
Rainbow Valley|Lucy Maud MontgomeryWolly, zey call him zat ozzer name, it ees very deficult to speak and I forget.
Joyce's Investments|Fannie E. NewberryWolly was not there, but his sister seemed to think any job would be welcome.
Joyce's Investments|Fannie E. Newberry