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Re: Wench as a word
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lugnet.general
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Wed, 22 Mar 2000 08:24:22 GMT
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Markus Wolf <croutons@usa.net> wrote in message
news:Frt3uE.LA7@lugnet.com...
> 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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