Category:Ouch

Ouch, n. Etym: [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.]

Defn: a socket or bezel holding a precious stone; hence, a jewel or Ornament worn on the person. A precious stone in a rich ouche. Sir t. Elyot. Your brooches, pearls, and ouches. Shak.