What does HURLY mean?

Here is the requested information on "hurly": Parts of Speech

hurly is a noun and an adjective.

Definitions

As a noun, hurly means noisy activity or confusion. As an adjective, hurly means characterized by noise and confusion.

Pronunciations

US: /ˈhɜrli/

UK: /ˈhɜːli/

Origin and Usage

The origin of hurly is uncertain, but it may come from the Middle English word "hurlyng," meaning a tumultuous commotion. The word has been in use since the 16th century and is still used today to describe noisy and chaotic situations.

Synonyms

As a noun: commotion, tumult, uproar, chaos. As an adjective: noisy, chaotic, tumultuous, disorderly.

Related Words

hurry, hurst, hurds, hurly, huron.

Example Sentences

As a noun: The hurly of the city streets was overwhelming. As an adjective: The hurly crowd at the concert made it difficult to hear the music.