Definition of "wale"
noun:
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A ridge or low barrier.
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A raised rib in knit goods or fabric, especially corduroy. (As opposed to course).
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The texture of a piece of fabric.
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A horizontal ridge or ledge on the outside planking of a wooden ship.
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A horizontal timber used for supporting or retaining earth.
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A ridge on the outside of a horse collar.
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A ridge or streak produced on skin by a cane or whip.
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Something selected as being the best, preference; choice.
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verb:
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To strike the skin in such a way as to produce a wale.
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To give a surface a texture of wales.
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To choose, select.
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