soul-ale

Meaning

Noun

  • A wake or funeral gathering at which ale is served; also called dirge-ale.

Related

Similar words

  • dirge-ale

Origin

  • From soul + ale. Compare bridal. See also Swedish gravöl and Danish gravøl.

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