Wench

Pronunciation: /wɛntʃ/

Definitions of wench

noun a derogatory term for a girl or young woman, often implying promiscuity or low social status

Example Sentences

A1 The pirate captain's wench served him grog.

A2 The tavern wench brought out plates of food to the customers.

B1 The wench at the inn was known for her quick wit and charm.

B2 The wench in the medieval village was skilled in herbal medicine.

C1 The wench in the Shakespearean play played a pivotal role in the plot.

C2 The wench in the historical novel was a complex character with many layers.

Examples of wench in a Sentence

formal The wench served the guests with grace and poise at the banquet.

informal Hey wench, can you pass me the remote?

slang That wench over there is always causing drama.

figurative The ocean waves crashed against the rocks like a wild wench in a storm.

Grammatical Forms of wench

• past tense: wenched
• plural: wenches
• comparative: more wench
• superlative: most wench
• present tense: wenches
• future tense: will wench
• perfect tense: have wenched
• continuous tense: is wenching
• singular: wench
• positive degree: wench
• infinitive: to wench
• gerund: wenching
• participle: wenching

Origin and Evolution of wench

First Known Use: 1200 year

Language of Origin: Old English

Story behind the word: The word 'wench' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old English word 'wenc' meaning child or servant.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'wench' evolved to refer to a young woman, often with connotations of being a servant or lower-class. In modern usage, it is considered a dated and sometimes derogatory term for a young woman or girl.