adj. (old).—1. Convivial; slightly inebriated.
1602. MIDDLETON, Blurt, Master-Constable, I., i. [Tricks, tricks, KERRY MERRY buff!]
1775. STERNE, Sentimental Journey Continued, 219. That every convivial assistant should go home CHERRY-MERRY.
2. subs. (Anglo-Indian).—A present of money. CHERRY-MERRY-BAMBOO, a beating.
