wiery

English

Etymology

From wire. Compare fiery.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /ˈwaɪəɹi/

Adjective

wiery (comparative more wiery, superlative most wiery)

  1. Obsolete form of wiry.
    • 1622, Henry Peacham (Jr.), The Compleat Gentleman:
      Polymnia shall be drawn with her hair hanging loose about her shoulders, resembling wiery gold.
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