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quair noun
- Scot a book
Word Origin for quair a variant of quire 1 Examples from the Web for quair Historical Examples of quair
It was common rumor that Quair did his brilliant work only when “soused.”
Robert W. Chambers
And to the demolition of the King’s claim to the “Quair” Mr. Brown ruthlessly proceeds.
John Churton Collins
Apparently, incoherence, or perhaps weakness; used metaphorically.King’s Quair.
An Etymological Dictionary of the Scottish Language
John Jamieson
“Carpeaux has nothing on this young lady,” insisted Quair flippantly; and he pivoted on his heel and sat down beside the model.
Robert W. Chambers
A dull flush stained Graylock’s cheekbones, and his keen eyes turned on Quair.
Robert W. Chambers