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