scotch
Short definition from Wiktionary
Noun
- A surface cut or abrasion.
- A line drawn on the ground, as one used in playing hopscotch.
- A block for a wheel or other round object; a chock, wedge, prop, or other support, to prevent slipping.
- Alternative form of Scotch (“whisky”).
- Scotch tape.
- Whisky distilled in Scotland, especially from malted barley.
- Any variety of Scotch.
- A glass of Scotch.
Verb
- To cut or score; to wound superficially.
- To prevent (something) from being successful.
- To debunk or discredit an idea or rumor.
- To block a wheel or other round object.
- To dress (stone) with a pick or pointed instrument.
- To beat yarn in order to break up slugs and align the threads.
- To clothe or cover up.
- To rape.
Adjective
- Alternative form of Scotch (“Scottish”)
- Of or from Scotland; Scottish.
Proper noun
- The Scots language.
- The Scottish dialect of English.
- The people of Scotland.
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