Harl \Harl\ (h[aum]rl), n. [Cf. OHG. harluf noose, rope; E.
   hards refuse of flax.]
   1. A filamentous substance; especially, the filaments of flax
      or hemp.
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   2. A barb, or barbs, of a fine large feather, as of a peacock
      or ostrich, -- used in dressing artificial flies. [Written
      also herl.]
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