n. [ Gael. cuilean whelp, puppy, dog. ] (Zool.) The Scotch shepherd dog. There are two breeds, the rough-haired and smooth-haired. It is remarkable for its intelligence, displayed especially in caring for flocks. [ Written also colly, colley. ] [ 1913 Webster ]

p. & a. Darkened. See Colly, v. t. [ 1913 Webster ]

n. [ OE. colier. See Coal. ] 1. One engaged in the business of digging mineral coal or making charcoal, or in transporting or dealing in coal. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. A vessel employed in the coal trade. [ 1913 Webster ]

n.; pl. Collieries [ Cf. Coalery, Collier. ] 1. The place where coal is dug; a coal mine, and the buildings, etc., belonging to it. [ 1913 Webster ]

2. The coal trade. [ Obs. ] Johnson. [ 1913 Webster ]