SpellRight › Spelling
Rareold wife
The correct spelling is old wife.
How to pronounce old wife
noun
Say it like: Old- wi-fe
The correct spelling is old wife. An old woman, later especially one who tells old wives' tales.
Usage Examples
No usage examples in context are available for this word.
Definition
noun
- 1.An old woman, later especially one who tells old wives' tales.
- 2.Any of various marine fishes :
- 3.The long-tailed duck, Clangula hyemalis.
- 4.A chimney cap to prevent smoking.
Similar words
Words related in meaning — check their spelling too.