Wench/wentʃ/ Definition 1 of 2Pro Tip 1/3Historical Usage Originally used without negativity, often in medieval or fantasy contexts. The young wench fetched water from the well. Pro Tip 2/3Archaic Tone Implies an old-fashioned tone; modern use may seem out of place. The wench wore a gown typical of the era. Pro Tip 3/3Cultural Imagery Evokes images of medieval taverns or historical novels. A wench in the tavern laughed merrily.