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hench

Hench (noun) means the narrow side of chimney stack, a haunch.

noun
1
The narrow side of chimney stack, a haunch.
2
The side of an arch from the topmost part (crown) to the bottommost part (impost).
3
A limp; lameness.
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Etymology

Variant of haunch.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of hench?

"hench" (noun) means the narrow side of chimney stack, a haunch.

What are the different meanings of hench?

"hench" has 3 main meanings: 1. The narrow side of chimney stack, a haunch; 2. The side of an arch from the topmost part (crown) to the bottommost part (impost); 3. A limp; lameness.

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