Meaning
A rude, uncultured or rowdy girl or woman.
Etymology
Origin: Dutch
Probably from Middle Dutch heyden (“heathen, gypsy”), heidin (Modern Dutch heiden).
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2022, 2024, 2025, 2026.