Middle English

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Alternative forms

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Etymology

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From thef +‎ -yssh.

Pronunciation

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  • IPA(key): /ˈθeːviʃ/, /ˈθeːfiʃ/

Adjective

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thevysch (rare)

  1. Having a personality like a thief or robber; thievish.
  2. (rare) Containing thieves or robbers.

Descendants

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  • English: thievish

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