through-other

American  

[throo-uhth-er] / ˈθruˌʌð ər /

Also through-ither

adjective

Chiefly Scot.

1. confused.

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through-other British  

adjective

1. untidy or dishevelled

2. mixed up; in disorder

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Etymology

Origin of through-other

First recorded in 1590–1600

Example Sentences

There were tired, untidy women, overrun by circumstances, with that look about them which the Scotch call "through-other."

From The Next of Kin Those who Wait and Wonder by McClung, Nellie L.

Advena's occupation to some extent absorbed her shortcomings, which was much better than having to attribute them to her being naturally "through-other," or naturally clever, according to the bias of the moment.

From The Imperialist by Duncan, Sara Jeannette

One or two gentlemen went by on horses—Achnatra and Major Hall and the through-other son of Lorn Campbell.

From Gilian The Dreamer His Fancy, His Love and Adventure by Munro, Neil