henpecked

English

/ˈhɛnpɛkt/

adj
Definitions
  • (particularly of husbands or boyfriends) Intimidated or overwhelmed by a nagging or overbearing wife or girlfriend.

Etymology

Compound from English hen + English pecked.

Origin

English

pecked

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