gay; merry; jovial; convivial.
The woody portion of flax, separated from the fiber as refuse matter by retting, braking, and scutching.
A good thing; a blessing or benefit; a thing to be thankful for.
An unpaid service due by a tenant to his lord.
A kiss on the cheek that signifies the death of the receiver, as delivered by a mob boss or one with such influence.
Something that may seem good and favourable but that actually brings ruin to hopes, plans, etc.