Dictionary

liv•er•y

Pronunciation: (liv'u-rē, liv'rē), [key]
—n.,
—pl. -er•ies.
1. a distinctive uniform, badge, or device formerly provided by someone of rank or title for his retainers, as in time of war.
2. a uniform worn by servants.
3. distinctive attire worn by an official, a member of a company or guild, etc.
4. Also called liv'ery com"pany. Brit.a guild or company of the City of London entitled to wear such livery.
5. characteristic dress, garb, or outward appearance: the green livery of summer.
6. the care, feeding, stabling, etc., of horses for pay.
7. See livery stable.
8. a company that rents out automobiles, boats, etc.
9. Law.an ancient method of conveying a freehold by formal delivery of possession.