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scotch

The correct spelling is scotch.

How to pronounce scotch

/skɒtʃ/
noun

IPA: /skɒtʃ/

Say it like: Sco-ch

The correct spelling is scotch. A surface cut or abrasion. For example: "a scotch for a wheel or a log on inclined ground"

Usage Examples

a scotch for a wheel or a log on inclined ground

The rain scotched his plans of going to the beach.

The prime minister scotched rumors of his resignation.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A surface cut or abrasion.
  2. 2.A line drawn on the ground, as one used in playing hopscotch.
  3. 3.A block for a wheel or other round object; a chock, wedge, prop, or other support, to prevent slipping.
  4. 4.(as a plural noun, the Scotch) The people of Scotland.
  5. 5.Whisky distilled in Scotland, especially from malted barley.

verb

  1. 1.To cut or score; to wound superficially.
  2. 2.To prevent (something) from being successful.
  3. 3.To debunk or discredit an idea or rumor.
  4. 4.To block a wheel or other round object.
  5. 5.To dress (stone) with a pick or pointed instrument.

adjective

  1. 1.Of or from Scotland; Scottish.

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