barberish en · ADJ
Etymology
From barber + -ish.
Meanings
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Resembling or characteristic of a barber.
His blue serge suit and red tie, his grey felt hat, seemed to emphasise his neat, rather barberish air.
1912, W. L. George, The City of Light, page 67:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most barberish | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more barberish | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |