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scotch

The word “scotch” has 1 syllable: scotch

It's pronounced as /skɑːtʃ/

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In the thesaurus, “scotch” has 108 synonyms and 43 antonyms.

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Synonyms for scotch

Antonyms for scotch

Meanings of scotch

  • noun
    1. A surface cut or abrasion.
    2. A line drawn on the ground, as one used in playing hopscotch.
    3. A block for a wheel or other round object; a chock, wedge, prop, or other support, to prevent slipping.
    4. (as a plural noun, the Scotch) The people of Scotland.
    5. Whisky distilled in Scotland, especially from malted barley.
    6. Any variety of Scotch.
    7. A glass of Scotch.
    8. Scotch tape.
  • verb
    1. To cut or score; to wound superficially.
    2. To prevent (something) from being successful.
    3. To debunk or discredit an idea or rumor.
    4. To block a wheel or other round object.
    5. To dress (stone) with a pick or pointed instrument.
    6. To beat yarn in order to break up slugs and align the threads.
    7. To clothe or cover up.
    8. (Australian rhyming slang) To rape.
  • adjective
    1. Of or from Scotland; Scottish.

Example Sentences

  • He tried to scotch the rumors before they spread further.
  • The plan was scotched after objections from the board.
  • She used tape to scotch the paper to the wall.
  • The sudden storm scotched their picnic plans.
  • They worked quickly to scotch any doubts about the decision.

On this page you'll find 151 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to scotch, such as: annihilate, assassinate, assemble, beat, best, blast, blot out.

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