malkin
malkin · malkins
A mop, especially one used to clean a baker's ovenA mop, especially one used to clean a baker's oven.
/ˈmɔːlkɪn/
Meaning
6 senses(regional)A mop, especially one used to clean a baker's oven.
(Northern England, Scotland)A hare.
(archaic, regional)A (stereotypical name for a) lower-class or uncultured woman; a kitchenmaid; a slattern.
(obsolete)A mop or sponge attached to a jointed staff for swabbing out a cannon.
(archaic, regional)A scarecrow.
(archaic)A cat.
Translations
1 languagesOrigin
From Malde, an early form of Maude or Matilda + -kin (diminutive ending). Compare grimalkiFrom Malde, an early form of Maude or Matilda + -kin (diminutive ending). Compare grimalkin.
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