feuch

Etymology
or imitative. Origins are uncertain and may reflect multiple, independent etymologies. Scottish National Dictionary suggests that the "beat" senses may be influenced by "to claw; to toil". Attested in various senses since the mid 1700s.

Verb

 * 1) To smoke (tobacco, etc.)
 * 2) To beat soundly; to work energetically

Noun

 * 1) A smoke; a puff (on a pipe, etc.)
 * 2) A strike; a blow
 * 3) A state of excitement or fury; an uproar

Etymology
From, , apparently from , but with difficulties regarding the second consonant.

Verb

 * 1) try, attempt
 * 2) try out, test, check, see