Definitions

scotch

[skoch] / skɒtʃ /

VERB

put a definite end to

Synonyms

STRONGEST

bring down curtain bring to an end crush end nip in the bud put a stop to put an end to put paid to put the lid on squelch stamp out

STRONG

abort arrest cramp disrupt foil hamper hobble inhibit interfere with stifle

WEAK

break call a halt to discontinue

Example Sentences

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In Antigua, the shortage of Scotch bonnets has been felt by manufacturers including Homebrew Hot Sauce.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

"I'm a purist at heart and I think our Scotch bonnets need to be properly protected."

From BBC • May 31, 2026

The temperamental little, yellow fruit with its susceptibility to heavy rain and viruses can be tough to grow, while devastating hurricanes in Jamaica, a prime producer of Scotch bonnets, delivered a further blow.

From BBC • May 31, 2026

The US multinational maker of Post-it and Scotch tape also reached a $10 billion settlement in the United States in 2023 over contamination of water supplies.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

There were six people and a Scotch terrier inhabiting the remote farmhouse Major Major called home, and five of them and the Scotch terrier turned out to be agents for the F.B.I.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller

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