Meaning
A V-shaped cut.
Etymology
Origin: French
Recorded since 1577, probably a rebracketing of an otch, from Middle French oche (“notch”), itself from the Old French verb ochier (“to notch”), of uncertain origin, but possibly related to French hocher and English nick (“small cut, notch”).
Synonyms & Antonyms
NYT Puzzle Appearances
Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles: