"tirralirra" meaning in All languages combined

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Interjection [English]

Etymology: Imitative. Head templates: {{en-interj}} tirralirra
  1. A verbal imitation of a musical sound, such as of the note of a lark or a horn. Synonyms: tiralee Related terms: toora loora

Alternative forms

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