First Known Use: 1819
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louche
adjective \ˈlüsh\
Definition of LOUCHE
: not reputable or decent
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Origin of LOUCHE
French, literally, cross-eyed, squint-eyed, from Latin luscus blind in one eye
Related to LOUCHE
- Synonyms
- discreditable, disgraceful, dishonorable, ignominious, infamous, disreputable, notorious, opprobrious, shady, shameful, shoddy, shy, unrespectable
- Antonyms
- honorable, reputable, respectable
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