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otherling en · NOUN

Etymology

From other + -ling.

Meanings

1. One who is different from others; someone or something possessing unique qualities; an exception; dissident.
   • " [...] My little otherling." As he untied her leash and led her out of the kitchen and through the large waiting room, Dr. Homlin explained. He seemed to enjoy the sound of his own voice. 2006, Deborah Mercier, The Cat and the Canvas:
   • When is Tellus to give her dear fosterling her adaptable, rational, elect and plucked-out otherling a reasonable chance? 1992, David Jones, John Matthias, Selected Works of David Jones:

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