I. ˈstu̇r adjective
Etymology: Middle English stor, from Old English stōr; akin to Old High German stuori large, Russian staryĭ old, Old English standan to stand
Date: before 12th century
1. chiefly Scottish : strong , hardy
2. chiefly Scottish : stern , harsh
II. noun
Etymology: Middle English, from Anglo-French estur, estour, of Germanic origin; akin to Old High German sturm storm, battle — more at storm
Date: 14th century
1.
a. archaic : battle , conflict
b. dialect British : tumult , uproar
2. chiefly Scottish : dust , powder