gul

[ gool ]

noun

1. a large octagonal design derived from the shape of a rose, a motif on Oriental rugs.
2. a flower, especially a rose.

Word History and Origins

Origin of gul¹

First recorded in 1810–20; from Persian gul “rose”

Example Sentences

Two other members of India’s squad for the Australia tour – Gul Mohammad and Amir Elahi – also later moved to Pakistan and played against India in the 1952-53 series.

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His defence barrister Gul Nawaz Hussain KC asked: “Were you ever told off, rebuked or disciplined for doing that?”

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Asked by defence barrister Gul Nawaz Hussain KC if he had told Mr Khalife: "Stop, or I'll shoot," the officer said: "No."

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Gul Nawaz Hussain KC said his client Mr Khalife wanted to join the special forces, but was told not to apply "because of where his parents are from".

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Sardar Gul has two malnourished children – three-year-old Umar and eight-month-old Mujib, a bright-eyed little boy he holds on his lap.

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