soilure

noun

soil·​ure ˈsȯi(-ə)l-yər How to pronounce soilure (audio)
1
: the act of soiling : the condition of being soiled
2

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French soilleure, from soiller to soil

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of soilure was in the 13th century

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Cite this Entry

“Soilure.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/soilure. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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