mool: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
Very LowInformal / Slang / Archaic
Quick answer
What does “mool” mean?
Money.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
Money; wealth; funds (chiefly slang).
A now rare slang term for money or cash. It has a dated, informal character. It can also be encountered as a surname or a historical spelling variation for 'mule'.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant contemporary difference, as the term is effectively obsolete in both varieties. Historically, its use as slang was documented in both British and American glossaries of informal language.
Connotations
If used, it would sound deliberately archaic or intentionally folksy/quirky.
Frequency
Virtually never used in modern speech or writing in either variety.
Grammar
How to Use “mool” in a Sentence
earn [mool]spend [mool]have [mool]Vocabulary
Collocations
Examples
Examples of “mool” in a Sentence
verb
British English
- No verb use is standard.
American English
- No verb use is standard.
adverb
British English
- No adverb use is standard.
American English
- No adverb use is standard.
adjective
British English
- No adjective use is standard.
American English
- No adjective use is standard.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Not used.
Academic
Not used, except perhaps in historical linguistic studies of slang.
Everyday
Extremely rare and archaic. Its use would be for humorous or stylistic effect.
Technical
Not used.
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “mool”
- Using it seriously in modern contexts.
- Assuming it is a standard, widely understood term.
- Confusing it with 'mule' or 'mewl'.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, it is extremely rare and considered archaic slang. You will not hear it in everyday conversation.
Not in standard communication. Using it would sound odd, outdated, or like you are trying to be humorously old-fashioned.
For historical interest or to understand it if you encounter it in older texts, films, or as a surname. It is not for active use.
Primarily as slang for money. It is also a rare surname and an obsolete spelling of 'mule'.
Money.
Mool is usually informal / slang / archaic in register.
Mool: in British English it is pronounced /muːl/, and in American English it is pronounced /muːl/. Tap the audio buttons above to hear it.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “"Where did you get all that mool?" (dated, informal)”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of a MULE carrying a heavy sack of COINs - MULE sounds like MOOL, which is old slang for money.
Conceptual Metaphor
MONEY IS A SUBSTANCE (to be earned, saved, spent).
Practice
Quiz
The word 'mool' is best described as: