dern Meaning, Definition & Usage

Dern noun

Etymology

Etymol. uncertain.

Definitions

1. A gatepost or doorpost. Local Eng. C. Kingsley.

Dern adjective

Etymology

See Dearn, a.

Definitions

1. Hidden; concealed; secret. Obs. "Ye must be full dern." Chaucer.
2. Solitary; sad. Obs. Dr. H. More.