Seel

To close the eyes of (a hawk or other bird) by drawing through the lids threads which were fastened over the head.

Hence, to shut or close, as the eyes; to blind.

To incline to one side; to lean; to roll, as a ship at sea.

Alt. of Seeling

Good fortune; favorable opportunity; prosperity. [Obs.] "So have I seel".

Time; season; as, hay seel.