Muriel

/ˈmjʊriəl/ noun

Definition

A girl's name, or a large painting or artwork that covers a whole wall or building surface.

Etymology

As a name, from Latin 'myrrha' (myrrh, the fragrant resin). As an art term, from Old French 'mural,' derived from Latin 'muralis' meaning 'relating to walls.' The two are different etymologies.

Kelly Says

Muriel the name and mural the art form sound almost the same but have different origins—one is ancient name meaning 'myrrh' and the other is a wall art term! Famous murals like Diego Rivera's in Mexico cover entire building sides with massive painted stories, making walls into books anyone can read.

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