wanion
/ˈwɑːniən/
noun
- A curse or misfortune; used in old expressions of annoyance or bad luck.
- The farmer muttered a wanion under his breath when his cart got stuck in the mud.
- The phrase 'with a wanion' was once used to mean 'with a curse' or 'with a vengeance.'
- In the old tale, the knight cried, 'A wanion on this treacherous road!'
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