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单词 plough witch
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Definition of plough witch in English:

plough witch

(US plow witch)
noun ˈplaʊ wɪtʃ
English Regional, South Midland, East Anglian historical
  • A mummer participating in the celebration of Plough Monday. Frequently in "plough-witch Monday"noun = "Plough Monday" Compare plough bullock.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in John Clare (1793–1864), poet, farm labourer, and naturalist. From plough + witch.

Definition of plough witch in US English:

plough witch

(US plow witch)
nounˈplaʊ wɪtʃ
English Regional, South Midland, East Anglian historical
  • A mummer participating in the celebration of Plough Monday. Frequently in "plough-witch Monday"noun = "Plough Monday" Compare plough bullock.

Origin

Early 19th century; earliest use found in John Clare (1793–1864), poet, farm labourer, and naturalist. From plough + witch.

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