bouche

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A slit, notch or opening in the edge of a (physical or heraldic) shield, through which the bearer's lance or sword could be used or in which it could be rested.
verb
  1. Alternative form of bush (to line)
noun
  1. Alternative form of bush (a lining)
name
  1. A surname from French.

Pronunciation

/buːʃ/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-bouche.wav

Word forms

bouche bouches bouch bouching bouched

Etymology

From French bouche (“mouth, victuals”). Doublet of bocca.

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