Athanasian wench



Athanasian wench

obsolete A derogatory term for a lascivious woman who readily has sex with any man who asks for it. Taken from the Athanasian Creed, an early Christian statement of belief from at least the 6th century, the opening words of which are quicunque vult , or "whosoever wishes." Sir, how dare you. I am not one of your Athanasian wenches, ready to indulge your lust at a moment's notice!

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
QuintusKWIN-tuws (Ancient Roman), KWIN-təs (English)Ancient Roman
GilbertGIL-bərt (English), zheel-BER (French), KHIL-bərt (Dutch), GIL-bert (German)English, French, Dutch, German, Ancient Germanic
Klotho-Greek Mythology
Eskarne-Basque
MissieMIS-eeEnglish
Theda-German