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maudlin

The correct spelling is maudlin.

How to pronounce maudlin

/ˈmɔːd.lɪn/
noun

IPA: /ˈmɔːd.lɪn/

Say it like: Mau-dli-n

The correct spelling is maudlin. The Magdalene; Mary Magdalene.

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Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The Magdalene; Mary Magdalene.
  2. 2.Either of two aromatic plants, costmary or sweet yarrow.
  3. 3.A Magdalene house; a brothel.

adjective

  1. 1.Affectionate or sentimental in an effusive, tearful, or foolish manner, especially because of drunkenness.
  2. 2.Extravagantly or excessively sentimental; mawkish, self-pitying.
  3. 3.Tearful, lachrymose.

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