Fonz
Central Franconian
Etymology
Probably related with German Fotze, Dutch vot, and hence a doublet of Central Franconian Fott (“butt, arse”). The -n- may be due to mere sporadic nasalisation, but may also stem from Old High German funs (“willing, eager, excited”). Compare Old English fūs.
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /fons/
Synonyms
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