whin

noun

ˈ(h)win How to pronounce whin (audio)
: gorse

Word History

Etymology

Middle English whynne, of Scandinavian origin; akin to Norwegian kvein bent grass

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of whin was in the 14th century

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“Whin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/whin. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.

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