maslin

[ maz-lin ]

noun

, British Dialect.

1. a mixture of different grains, flours, or meals, especially rye mixed with wheat.
2. bread made from such a mixture of grains.
3. a mixture; medley.

Word History and Origins

Origin of maslin¹

1275–1325; Middle English mastlyoun < Middle French mesteillon, derivative of mesteil mixture < Vulgar Latin *mi ( k ) stilium. See mixed, -ile

Example Sentences

“Truth is she has to do this on her own,” said Paul Maslin, a Democratic strategist who praised Harris’ selection as a well-considered, do-no-harm pick.

From Los Angeles Times

Paul Maslin, who has been polling and strategizing in political contests since the days of Jimmy Carter, put Biden’s chances of reelection “somewhere between slim and none.”

From Los Angeles Times

Biden’s standing with independent and undecided voters is even worse, said Maslin, who has decades of experience in Wisconsin politics.

From Los Angeles Times

“His campaign has to have told him, or should be telling him, ‘Mr. President, one thing the voters you need to win this election have in common is they don’t like you,’ ” Maslin said.

From Los Angeles Times

Sarah Maslin Nir is a Times reporter covering anything and everything New York ... and sometimes beyond.

From New York Times