Vocabulary Entry

wale

|noun • verb

noun

A raised ridge or embellishment on a surface, commonly found on fabric or a wall.

Example Sentences

"The wale of the fabric gives it a unique texture."

"There was a prominent wale in the wallpaper that added character to the room."

"He admired the wale of the corduroy pants he was considering."

verb

Example Sentences

"The coach waled the team into shape during the training camp."

"He was waled for his mistakes, but he learned from the experience."

"The old tales spoke of sailors who would wale their ships into submission."