First recorded in 1540–50; of uncertain origin
First recorded in 1525–35; from Middle French glic, perhaps from Middle Dutch gelīc “similar to, like”; like 1
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Because I am, and perhaps always will be, a Gleek.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 23, 2015
So if you’re a Gleek who’s yet to let go, here’s what you need to know before tuning in Friday.
From Time • Jan. 9, 2015
"I'm a Gleek," she began, saying how she and her 14-year-old daughter watch the show every week.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 21, 2010
April 15 Unleash Your Inner Gleek on the iPad A new application for the iPhone and iPad allows users to create a virtual glee club.
From New York Times • Apr. 15, 2010
Gleek and primero; and what you get, be true to us.
From The Alchemist by Jonson, Ben
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