wiery en · ADJ
Pronunciation
- /ˈwaɪəɹi/
Etymology
From wire. Compare fiery.
Meanings
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(alt-of, obsolete) Obsolete form of wiry.
alt of wiry
Polymnia shall be drawn with her hair hanging loose about her shoulders, resembling wiery gold.
1622, Henry Peacham (Jr.), The Compleat Gentleman:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| most wiery | Degree=Sup | lexicographic | |
| more wiery | Degree=Cmp | lexicographic |