Definition of "louche" in English

adjective

1. Of questionable taste or morality; decadent.

2. Not reputable or decent.

3. Unconventional and slightly disreputable in an attractive manner; raffish, rakish.

noun

1. A dubious or disreputable person or thing

verb

1. (transitive) To make (an alcoholic beverage, e.g. absinthe or ouzo) cloudy by mixing it with water, due to the presence of anethole. This is known as the ouzo effect.

   • Certain anise-flavored drinks have developed a mystique based on the exotic appearance of louching.