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Marl Definition & Meaning

marl
noun
  1. a loose and crumbling earthy deposit consisting mainly of calcite or dolomite; used as a fertilizer for soils deficient in lime

"Marl" in song lyrics

See how marl is used in real songs:

  • "Stayin in crib on the weekends was Marley Marl"
    Artifacts — Whayback
  • "Special thanks to DJ Marley Marl"
    Marley Marl f/ Master Ace — Simon Says
  • "It's Allah Math, Red Alert, Marley Marl"
    Masta Killa f/ RZA, U-God — Digi Warfare

Words that rhyme with marl

Usage tips for "marl"

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Frequently asked questions

What does marl mean?
a loose and crumbling earthy deposit consisting mainly of calcite or dolomite; used as a fertilizer for soils deficient in lime
What part of speech is marl?
Marl is a noun.

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