General
winch
What does winch mean?
To kiss passionately, or to be dating/courting someone.
"They were winchin at the back o' the disco."
Origin
Scots, from 'wench' (to court a woman), altered in form.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'winch' mean in Scots?
To winch is to kiss and cuddle, or more broadly to be dating or courting someone. 'Yer winch' can even mean your partner.
How do you use 'winch' in a sentence?
For example, 'They were winchin at the back o' the disco' means they were kissing at the back of the disco.
Where does 'winch' come from?
It comes from the old word 'wench', meaning to court a woman, altered in form over time in Scots.
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