birk·ie

(bûr′kē) Scots

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.]

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birkie

(ˈbɪrkɪ)

1. a spirited or lively person

2. a foolish posturer

[C18: perhaps related to Old English beorcan to bark; compare Old Norse berkia]

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