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skirl

/skɜːrl/ noun · British & US
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What does skirl mean?

noun

A loud, shrill, or piercing sound, especially one made by a bagpipe. A strong, clear, and often piercing sound, especially of a bagpipe.

Example

"The skirl of the bagpipes filled the air as the parade marched by."

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