Meaning of the word quench in English

What does quench mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

quench

US /kwentʃ/

UK /kwentʃ/

satisfy (one's thirst) by drinking

Example:

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He drank a large glass of water to quench his thirst.

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Nothing could quench her desire for adventure.

Synonym:

satisfy slake satiate gratify appease

extinguish (a fire)

Example:

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The firefighters worked quickly to quench the flames.

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Water is used to quench the burning embers.

Synonym:

extinguish put out douse smother

cool (hot metal) by plunging into cold water or other liquid

Example:

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The blacksmith would quench the hot iron in a barrel of water.

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The steel was heated and then rapidly quenched to harden it.

Synonym:

cool chill temper

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