Main Entry:

¹quirk

Pronunciation:

\ˈkwərk\

Function:

noun

Etymology:

origin unknown

Date:

1565

1 a: an abrupt twist or curve b: a peculiar trait : idiosyncrasy c: accident, vagary <a quirk of fate>2: a groove separating a bead or other molding from adjoining members

— quirk·i·ly \ˈkwər-kə-lē\ adverb

— quirk·i·ness \-kē-nəs\ noun

— quirk·ish \ˈkwər-kish\ adjective

— quirky \-kē\ adjective