Etymology

wherret

W4H4E1R1R1E1T1

Today it means: A blow, especially on the face. Full definition →

First used 16th c.
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The story

Unknown; perhaps imitative. See whirr.

First known use, by meaning

  • from 16th c. A blow, especially on the face.

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