Middle English edit

Alternative forms edit

Etymology edit

From Anglo-Norman anguisse, from Latin angustia.

Pronunciation edit

  • IPA(key): /ˈanɡwiʃ(ə)/, /ˈanɡui̯ʃ(ə)/, /ˈanɡwis(ə)/

Noun edit

angwissh (plural angwisshes)

  1. Distress, anxiety, nervousness.
  2. Anguish, terror, or torment.
  3. Painfulness, hurt, or harm.
  4. Hard or unfavourable conditions; hard times.
  5. (rare) Hostile or unfavourable behaviour.

Derived terms edit

Descendants edit

  • English: anguish
  • Scots: anguish
  • Yola: 'ngish

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