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Meaning of the word scotch in English

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scotch

US /skɑːtʃ/
UK /skɑːtʃ/
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Noun

1.

a type of whisky made in Scotland, typically from malted barley

Example:
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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?

Verb

1.

to decisively put an end to; to prevent from happening or being successful

Example:
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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.
Synonym:
thwartfoilfrustratederailwreck

Adjective

1.

of or relating to Scotland or its people

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