Thirlwell Bank
cliff or slope
Old EnglishAI-generated
This name likely refers to a bank or slope associated with a 'thirl'. 'Thirl' in Old English means a hole or opening, possibly referring to a gap or passage in the bank.
Word origins
- Thirl
- Old EnglishHole, opening, passage(from þyrel "hole, opening")
- Bank
- Old EnglishSlope or embankment(from banc "bank, mound")