scotch

[skɒtʃ]

scotch Definition

  • 1a type of whisky that is made in Scotland
  • 2to put an end to something; to prevent something from happening

Using scotch: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "scotch" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I'll have a glass of scotch on the rocks.

  • Example

    The company scotched the rumors of a merger.

  • Example

    The bad weather scotched our plans for a picnic.

  • Example

    The police scotched the robbery attempt.

scotch Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for scotch

Antonyms for scotch

Idioms Using scotch

  • to escape punishment or harm

    Example

    He got away scot-free after stealing the money.

  • scotch someone's plans

    to ruin or thwart someone's plans

    Example

    The unexpected rain scotched our plans for a day out.

  • a cocktail made with scotch whisky and soda water

    Example

    I'll have a scotch and soda, please.

Phrases with scotch

  • a hard-boiled egg wrapped in sausage meat, coated in breadcrumbs and baked or deep-fried

    Example

    I love having Scotch eggs for breakfast.

  • a light drizzle of rain or mist

    Example

    We had to drive slowly because of the Scotch mist.

  • a type of pine tree native to Europe and Asia

    Example

    The Christmas tree we bought is a Scotch pine.

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Summary: scotch in Brief

The term 'scotch' [skɒtʃ] has two main meanings. Firstly, it refers to a type of whisky made in Scotland. Secondly, it means to put an end to something or prevent it from happening. Examples include 'I'll have a glass of scotch on the rocks.' and 'The police scotched the robbery attempt.' 'Scotch' extends into phrases like 'scotch free,' meaning to escape punishment, and idioms like 'scotch someone's plans,' meaning to ruin or thwart them.

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