The word "pulldevil" is an old Scottish term that can be traced back to the 16th century. It is spelled as "p-u-l-l-d-e-v-i-l" and pronounced as /ˈpʊlˌdɛvəl/. The pronunciation can be broken down into four phonetic symbols: /p/, /ʊ/, /l/, and /ˌdɛvəl/. The first three represent the sound of "pull" and the last symbol stands for "devil". In Scottish folklore, a "pulldevil" was a mischievous imp that would pull pranks on people. The word is seldom used today, but it remains a fascinating part of Scotland's linguistic legacy.