birk·ie (bûr k ) Scots n. A man, especially one who is spirited and energetic. adj. Lively; spirited; cocky. [Possibly akin to Middle English berken, to bark, from Old English beorcan.] |
birkie [ˈbɪrkɪ]
n Scot
1. a spirited or lively person
2. a foolish posturer
[perhaps related to Old English beorcan to bark; compare Old Norse berkia]
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