lairy UK /ˈlɛəɹi/US /ˈlɛɹi/ adjective3 •(UK) Touchy, aggressive or confrontational, usually while drunk.Don't get lairy with me! •(Australia) Vulgar and flashy.He was lairy alright, resplendent in a purple blazer and pink trousers. — 1983 •(Australia) Socially unacceptable. formslairier · lairiest