pullen

/ˈpʊlən/

Definitions

1. noun

an English surname of Old English origin, likely derived from ‘pullen,’ a Middle English word for ‘hill’ or ‘mound.’

“John Pullen, a renowned historian, wrote a book about medieval England.”

2. verb

to pull or draw something with force or effort, especially in a downward or inward direction.

“She had to pullen the heavy rope to open the old gate.”

Synonyms

  • draw
  • pull

Antonyms

  • push
  • repel