tocher

[ tokh-er ]

noun

1. a dowry; marriage settlement given to the groom by the bride or her family.

verb (used with object)

1. to provide with a dowry.

tocher

/ ˈtɒxər /

noun

1. a dowry

verb

1. tr to give a dowry to

Word History and Origins

Origin of tocher¹

1490–1500; < Scots Gaelic tochradh; compare MIr tochra payment made to the bride or bride's father by the groom

Word History and Origins

Origin of tocher¹

C15: from Scottish Gaelic tochradh

Example Sentences

The Community Health Center of Snohomish County clinics have seen a dramatic surge, particularly at its Everett walk-in site, said Chief Medical Officer Dr. Tom Tocher.

From Seattle Times

Prof Tocher's colleague, Dr Monica Betancor, of Stirling University says that GM technology is needed to feed an increasing population.

From BBC

Prof Douglas Tocher of Stirling University who is leading the study is hoping his GM produced fish food will help turn things around and make farmed salmon as good for you as it once was.

From BBC

Tocher says officials are still investigating the cause of the fires and whether they’re related.

From Washington Times

Prof Tocher stressed that farmed salmon was still one of the richest sources of beneficial fish oils and he urged people who buy farmed salmon for its potential health benefits to continue doing so.

From BBC