3. [See Hussy a bag.] A case for sewing materials. See Housewife.
Cowper.
Hus"wife, v. t. To manage with frugality; -- said of a woman. Dryden.
Hus"wife*ly, a. Like a huswife; capable; economical; prudent. -- adv.
In a huswifely manner.
Hus"wife*ry (?), n. The business of a housewife; female domestic
economy and skill. Tusser.
Hut (?), n. [OE. hotte; akin to D. hut, G. h¸tte, OHG. hutta, Dan.
hytte, Sw. hydda; and F. hutte, of G. origin; all akin to E. hide to
conceal. See Hude to conceal.] A small house, hivel, or cabin; a mean
lodge or dwelling; a slightly built or temporary structure.