scotch Synonyms
Another word for scotch
• noun (Context 1)
Whisky distilled in Scotland, especially from malted barley, or a glass of this beverage (often capitalized).
"He poured himself a small glass of single-malt scotch whisky after dinner."
• adjective (Context 2)
Of, relating to, or characteristic of Scotland, its people, or certain traditional food and drink items originating there (frequently capitalized).
"The bakery sells freshly made scottish pies and shortbread every morning."
• verb (Context 3)
To decisively put an end to, frustrate, or quash (especially a rumor, plan, or idea).
"The company issued a formal statement to quash rumors of an impending merger."
• verb (Context 4)
To cut, score, or wound superficially without killing.
"The gardener accidentally scotched the bark of the young sapling with the pruning shears."
• noun (Context 5)
A wedge, block, or chock placed under a wheel, barrel, or rounded object to prevent it from rolling or slipping.
"The mechanic placed a wooden chock beneath the rear tire before jacking up the truck."
• noun (Context 6)
A superficial cut, score, or scratch, or a line drawn on the ground as used in games like hopscotch.
"The children drew a chalk score across the pavement to mark the starting boundary."
• verb (Context 7)
To block or secure (a wheel, log, or cylinder) with a wedge or chock to keep it from rolling.
"They scotched the heavy wagon wheels with stones before unharnessing the horses on the slope."
Opposites of scotch
The opposite of scotch shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: