GNU Collaborative International Dictionary of English

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   Harl (härl), n. [Cf. OHG. harluf noose, rope; E. hards refuse of flax.]
   1. A filamentous substance; especially, the filaments of flax or hemp.
   
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   2. A barb, or barbs, of a fine large feather, as of a peacock or ostrich, -- used in dressing artificial flies. [Written also herl.]
   
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   Herl (?), n. (Zool.) Same as Harl, 2.