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词汇 peelie
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Definition of peelie in English:

peelie

(also peely)
adjective ˈpiːli
Scottish
  • Thin; gaunt; pale.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in John Jamieson (1759–1838), antiquary and philologist. Origin uncertain; perhaps (as suggested by Sc. National Dict. s.v.) originally imitative of a slight, high-pitched sound, influenced in form by pallie.

Definition of peelie in US English:

peelie

(also peely)
adjectiveˈpiːli
Scottish
  • Thin; gaunt; pale.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in John Jamieson (1759–1838), antiquary and philologist. Origin uncertain; perhaps (as suggested by Sc. National Dict s.v.) originally imitative of a slight, high-pitched sound, influenced in form by pallie.

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