SKILLY Meaning and
Definition
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Skilly is a noun that typically refers to a plain and simple form of food or a meal served in an institutional setting, such as a school, prison, or work canteen. This term is primarily used in British English and has a somewhat informal and colloquial connotation.
Skilly is often associated with a lack of variety or taste, as it is often prepared in large quantities to feed a large number of people efficiently, and therefore may lack the individual touch and flavor that accompanies home-cooked meals. It is commonly served in a utilitarian manner, providing basic sustenance rather than focusing on gourmet presentation.
The term skilly is derived from the word "skeel" or "skill," which refers to a liquid food, especially a thin gruel or broth. Skilly can sometimes be used more broadly to describe any unappetizing or monotonous food, regardless of the setting in which it is served.
While skilly may not be considered a desirable or appealing type of food, it plays an important role in institutional settings where large quantities of food need to be prepared efficiently. However, outside of these contexts, skilly is generally used in a derogatory or joking manner to describe bland or uninteresting food.
Common Misspellings for SKILLY
- akilly
- zkilly
- xkilly
- dkilly
- ekilly
- wkilly
- slilly
- skully
- skjlly
- skklly
- skolly
- sk9lly
- sk8lly
- skikly
- skiply
- skioly
- skilpy
- skiloy
- skillg
Etymology of SKILLY
The word "skilly" appears to have originated from Old Norse, specifically from the Old Norse word "skilja", meaning "to distinguish" or "to divide". In Old English, the word "skil" emerged, retaining a similar meaning of "to separate" or "to divide". Over time, "skil" evolved into the Middle English word "skille", which referred to "discernment" or "knowledge".
The term "skilly" started to emerge in the 17th century to describe a simple, often watery, dish served in schools, workhouses, and prisons. This specific usage may have derived from the notion of "division" or separation between different qualities of food. The etymology suggests that "skilly" originally signified a basic or ordinary meal.
Similar spelling words for SKILLY
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