‖ marli
(ˈmɑːlɪ)
Also marly.
[Fr.]
1. A kind of lawn or gauze used for embroidering; embroidery on this material. (Cf. quintin.)
| 1821 H. Wilson Wonderful Char. II. 213 She sews and hems perfectly well, and is no less skilful in making marly. |
2. The raised rim of a dish or plate.
| In recent Dicts. |