carle

[kɑːl]

carle Definition

• 1. a man of low birth or social standing
• 2. a miserly or churlish person

Using carle: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "carle" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The carle refused to give any money to the beggar.

• Example

  He was known as a carle because of his stingy nature.

• Example

  The villagers saw him as a carle because of his rough manners and poor hygiene.

carle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for carle

• peasant
• churl
• skinflint
• miser

Phrases with carle

• old carle

  an old man who is seen as being grumpy or difficult to deal with

  Example

  The old carle always yelled at the kids when they played near his house.

• carle of the hill

  a term used to describe a hermit or recluse who lives in the hills or mountains

  Example

  The locals referred to him as the carle of the hill because he lived alone in a cabin in the mountains.

• carle's eye

  a small, round, black pebble that is believed to have magical properties

  Example

  Legend has it that if you find a carle's eye, you will have good luck for the rest of your life.

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Summary: carle in Brief

The term 'carle' [kɑːl] refers to a man of low birth or social standing, or a miserly or churlish person. It is often used to describe someone who is stingy or grumpy, as in 'He was known as a carle because of his stingy nature.' Other phrases include 'old carle,' 'carle of the hill,' and 'carle's eye.'