GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English
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Ingle (ĭṉˈg'l), n. [Gael. & Ir. aingeali fire; cf. L. igniculusi spark, dim. of ignis fire. Cf. Ignite.] Flame; blaze; a fire; a fireplace. [Obs. or Scot.] Burns.
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Ingle nook, the chimney corner. -- Ingle side, Ingle cheek, the fireside.
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Ingle, n. [Written also engle, enghle: cf. Gael. & Ir. aingeal an angel. Cf. Engle.] A paramour; a favourite; a sweetheart; an engle. [Obs.] Toone.
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Ingle (ĭṉˈg'l), v. t. To cajole or coax; to wheedle. See Engle. [Obs.]
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