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PURFLING

(verb, noun)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Purfling.

Purfling - as a verb

To decorate (wood, cloth etc.) with a purfle or ornamental border; to border.

To ornament with a bordure of ermines, furs, etc. or with gold studs or mountings.

Purfling - as a noun

Two or more very narrow strips of black wood enclosing a lighter-coloured strip of wood set close to the edge of the top and back of a string instrument such as a violin, cello or a guitar, following its outline, or this effect simulated with paint.

Example: "The purfling on this violin is exceptionally beautiful."

An ornament consisting of a bordure of ermines, furs, etc. or gold studs or mountings.

Example Sentences

"The purfling on the violin adds a decorative touch to the instrument."
"He carefully applied the purfling to the edges of the guitar."
"The luthier used a delicate purfling made of maple wood."
"The purfling on the cello was intricately designed."
"She spent hours crafting the perfect purfling for her new ukulele."
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Word Game Points

Is PURFLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, purfling is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PURFLING has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is PURFLING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, purfling is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PURFLING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is PURFLING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, purfling is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PURFLING has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.

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