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Re: Wench as a word
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Markus Wolf <croutons@usa.net> wrote in message
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> I have a question regarding the use of "wench" in conversation. I always
> have considered it a derrogatory term for females but see it used frequently
> in Lugnet postings, especially Pirate Wench and Forest Wench.
> I know I've heard the term used in Warcraft and old movies but I'd hate to
> use the term in normal conversation if it isn't appropriate. Any
comments?
Wench originally meant, 'young woman' in a positive context. I personally
attach the meaning 'beautiful young woman' or 'saucy and beautiful' young
woman' to the term (but occasionally have to explain that when I use it).
Now, if you start telling girls you're out wenching, that's a whole
different matter...
-Doug
^V^^V^
Nix 'Wicked' to reply.
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| I have a question regarding the use of "wench" in conversation. I always have considered it a derrogatory term for females but see it used frequently in Lugnet postings, especially Pirate Wench and Forest Wench. I know I've heard the term used in (...) (24 years ago, 22-Mar-00, to lugnet.general)
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