Definitions for cullis

cullis cul·lis

Spelling: [kuhl-is]
IPA: /ˈkʌl ɪs/

Cullis is a 6 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 8 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 12 points.

You can make 51 anagrams from letters in cullis (cillsu).

Definitions for cullis

noun

  1. a gutter, as at the eaves of a roof.

Origin of cullis

1830-40; French coulisse coulisse; cf. portcullis

Examples for cullis

A proposition was made, and arrangements were perfected to visit Doctor cullis, to secure the benefit of his prayers.

Stew it with some broth, a little butter, and some cullis, if any at hand.

It will now be formed into a rich strong gravy, easily converted into cullis, or thickened gravy.

Two years after he was seen by Dr. cullis, and continued in perfect health, and engaged in active business.

The masculine form coulis means a clear broth, or cullis, as it was called in English up to the 18th century.

cullis, kul′is, n. a gutter in a roof: a groove, as for a side-scene in a theatre.

Rub it through a search, and put it into a stewpan with two spoonfuls of cullis; put in a little salt and cayenne.

Make it as for cullis; but leave out the spices, herbs, and flour.

Believing that "He is faithful that promised" he sent for Dr. cullis to come and pray with him.

The pulp to be put to the cullis before the heads are added.

Word Value for cullis
Scrable

8

Words with friends

12

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