VAIR


Meaning of VAIR in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' ver

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English veir, from Anglo-French vair, from vair, adjective, mottled, variegated, from Latin varius variegated, various

Date: 13th century

: the bluish-gray and white fur of a squirrel prized for ornamental use in medieval times

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