lubish en · ADJ
Etymology
From Middle Low German lübsch or Middle Dutch lubesch, both ("of Lübeck"). Compare German lübisch (“of Lübeck”).
Meanings
- (historical, qualifier:monetary) Relating to denominations belonging to a money of account formerly in extensive mercantile use in North Germany.
- (UK, dialectal) Genuine; authorised; sterling.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| more lubish | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic | |
| lupish | Scotland, alternative | lexicographic | |
| most lubish | Degree=Sup | lexicographic |