ouch

POS

Interjection, Noun

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CIDE DICTIONARY

ouch, n. [OE. ouch, nouche (a nouch being taken for an ouch: cf. Adder), fr. OF. nusche, nosche, nousche, buckle, clasp, LL. nusca, fr. OHG. nusca, nuscha.].

A socket or bezel holding a precious stone; hence, a jewel or ornament worn on the person. [1913 Webster]

"A precious stone in a rich ouche." [1913 Webster]

"Your brooches, pearls, and ouches." [1913 Webster]

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OXFORD DICTIONARY

ouch, int. expressing pain or annoyance.

Etymology

imit.: cf. G autsch

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