wame

noun

chiefly Scotland
: belly

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, alteration of wamb — more at womb

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of wame was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Wame.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/wame. Accessed 6 Dec. 2024.

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