Back

Word Detail

Liyə-Wil (1)
Waddy, Hooked And Pointed Waddy Used As A Battleaxe
Part of speech:
(N)
Sources:
Notes:
Hooked and pointed waddy used as a battleaxe, identical to the lienggel of Werkaya people; see illustration in Smyth (1878:I.302). One of three meanings for the word 'liyə-wil' or 'liyəwil'.
Usage:
Pronunciation Guide:
Say: liiy-ə-wiil
Pronunciation Notes:
Vowels: Standard - 'i' as in 'hit', 'ə' neutral sound as in ‘the’.
Categories:
Weapons, Art and Objects, Wood

Example Phrases

No phrases listed

Associated Audio

No audio listed