wencher

/ˈwɛn.tʃər/

Definitions

1. noun

A person, especially a man, who habitually indulges in a vice or a foolish pursuit.

“He was known as a wencher among his friends, always looking for his next adventure.”

2. verb

to indulge in a vice or a foolish pursuit, especially habitually.

“He has been wenching on the weekends, drinking too much and staying out late.”

Synonyms

  • cad
  • philanderer
  • rake

Antonyms

  • prig
  • teetotaler