scotch

US /skɑːtʃ/
UK /skɑːtʃ/
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a type of whisky made in Scotland, typically from malted barley

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He ordered a glass of single malt Scotch.
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Do you prefer your Scotch on the rocks or neat?
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to decisively put an end to; to prevent from happening or being successful

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The new evidence will scotch any rumors of a cover-up.
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His plans were scotched by lack of funding.
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of or relating to Scotland or its people

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He has a strong Scotch accent.
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They celebrated with a traditional Scotch meal.
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Scottish
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