(especially UK, US, dialect) A goad, a sharp-pointed rod for driving cattle, horses, etc, or one with a whip or thong on the end for the same purpose.

Obsolete spelling of curch

(UK, law, obsolete) An excuse for not appearing in court at the return of process; the allegation of an excuse to the court. / (obsolete) Excuse; exemption.

Obsolete form of prejudice.