fishwife

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Noun 1.2.1 Translations

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[edit] Etymology

Wife is the old word for woman (as in midwife).

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fishwife (plural fishwives)

1. A woman who sells or works with fish.
2. (pejorative) A vulgar, abusive or nagging woman with a loud, unpleasant voice.
3. (Geordie, pejorative) Term of abuse, usually directed at women, implying lack of personal hygiene.

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