Definition of COISTRIL

coistril

Meanings

Plural: coistrils

Noun

  • An inferior groom or lad employed by an esquire to carry the knight's arms and other necessaries; a coistrel.
  • A mean, paltry fellow; a coward.

Origin / Etymology

Probably from Old French coustillier (“groom or lad”). Compare custrel.

Synonyms

coward and Thesaurus:villain

Scrabble Score: 10

coistril is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
coistril is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
coistril is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 12

coistril is a valid Words With Friends word