oldwench
/ˈoʊldˌwɛntʃ/
noun
- An old woman, especially one who is poor or of low social status; used historically but now often considered offensive or archaic.
- In the old tale, the oldwench was a wise healer who lived in the woods.
- The oldwench sat by the fire, telling stories of her youth.
- The villagers whispered that the oldwench had a secret knowledge of herbs.