wencher en · NOUN
Etymology
From wench + -er.
Meanings
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(uncommon) One who chases women (or men) in a lecherous manner.
The Knights Templars were notable wenchers, for whose convenience and use the stewes on yᵉ Bankside (over against the Temples) were erected and constituted.
1687, John Aubrey, Remaines of Gentilisme and Judaisme, page 97:
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| wenchers | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Relateds
Translations (2)
la mulierarius (one who chases women (or men) in a lecherous manner) · la femellarius (one who chases women (or men) in a lecherous manner)