Asil

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"Aseel" redirects here. For the statistical term, see ASEEL.

For ASIL, see American Society of International Law‎.

Asil or Aseel in India, means a breed of cockerel used for cock fighting, It has a distinctive upright stance, drooping tail, and powerful musculature. The comb and wattles are much smaller than in most other breeds.

In Arabic Asil' or A means pure and original. (it also means the person who has good manners "gentle, generous and brave" and "soft cheeks".) Aseel in the Arabic language has two meanings depending on the pronunciation. Aseel pronounced with a stronger accent on the letter 's' means pure. Aseel with a softer accent on the 's' means rosy soft cheeks and generosity.

Asil is also Latin for thrush, which is a fungal infection of the mouth or vagina.