Barley-bree
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Barley-bree is a noun meaning (humorous, obsolete, Scotland) Liquor that is made from barley; strong ale.
Meaning
(humorous, obsolete, Scotland) Liquor that is made from barley; strong ale.
Example Sentences
When neibors anger at a plea, / An' just as wud as wud can be, / How easy can the barley-bree / Cement the quarrel! / It's aye the cheapest lawyer's fee, / To taste the barrel.
Synonyms for barley-bree
Depending on context, synonyms include barley-broo.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include usquebae, bardy, birr, bardee, berling, whisky.
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