wise woman

noun

Etymology

wise + woman

Definitions

  1. A woman who is a sage or seer

    A woman who is a sage or seer; a witch (usually benevolent); a traditional female herbalist or midwife.

    • A common dread was the evil eye, and the chief charm against it was in the form of a knotted cord woven by a "wise woman".
    • We meet Dark Mhairi, the wise woman of the village, with her ancient knowledge of healing herbs.

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