Lubish

Alternative forms

• lupish Scotland

Origin

From Middle Low German lübsch or Middle Dutch lubesch, both ("of Lübeck"). Compare German lübisch ("of Lübeck").

Full definition of lubish

Adjective

1. (monetary, historical) Relating to denominations belonging to a money of account formerly in extensive mercantile use in North Germany.
2. (UK dialectal) Genuine; authorised; sterling.
3. A strong beer brewed at Lübeck.