| sheeling | A hut or small cottage in an expessed or a retired place (as on a mountain or at the seaside) such as is used by shepherds, fishermen, sportsmen, etc.; a summer cottage; also, a shed. Alternative forms: sheel, shealing, sheiling, etc. Origin: Icel. Skjl a shelter, a cover; akin to Dan. & Sw. Skjul. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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