Buirdly
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Buirdly is an adjective meaning (Scotland) Sturdy, well-built; solid, stocky.
Meaning
(Scotland) Sturdy, well-built; solid, stocky.
Example Sentences
So John Muir was brought in from his seat in the lorry, he was big and cheery and buirdly, John Muir, a roadman of Segget [...].
Word Forms
- buirdlier
- buirdliest
Synonyms for buirdly
Depending on context, synonyms include robust, beefy, burly, strapping, husky.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include burly, strapping, robust, beefy, husky, stuffy.
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