n. [ OE. ouch, nouche (a nouch being taken for an ouch: cf. Adder), fr. OF. nusche, nosche, nousche, buckle, clasp, LL. nusca, fr. OHG. nusca, nuscha. ] A socket or bezel holding a precious stone; hence, a jewel or ornament worn on the person. [ 1913 Webster ]
A precious stone in a rich ouche. Sir T. Elyot. [ 1913 Webster ]
Your brooches, pearls, and ouches. Shak. [ 1913 Webster ]