Definition
Definition of Scotch - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
beverageTM UK whisky made in Scotland from malted barleyTM UK
- He poured himself a glass of Scotch.
2.
peopleDated UK the people of ScotlandDated UK
- The Scotch are known for their traditions.
3.
languageDated UK the Scots language or dialectDated UK
- He spoke in the old Scotch dialect.
Adjective
1.
culturalDated UK related to Scotland or its cultureDated UK
- She wore a traditional Scotch kilt.
2.
manufacturedDated UK made in ScotlandDated UK
- He savored the Scotch whisky during the tasting session..
Images of Scotch
whisky made in Scotland from malted barley
Expressions with Scotch
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hard-boiled egg wrapped in sausage meat and breadcrumbs, then deep-fried or baked
He enjoyed a Scotch egg at the picnic..
thick soup made with barley, vegetables, and mutton
She served a hearty Scotch broth on the cold winter night..
small, thick pancake made from a batter
She enjoyed a Scotch pancake with jam for breakfast..
wood from a common European pine species used for furniture
The furniture was made of Scotch pine.
clear tape used to stick things together
She used scotch tape to wrap the gift.
light drizzle or fine rain typical in Scotland
We got caught in a Scotch mist during our hike..
very hot chili pepper used in cooking
She added a scotch bonnet to the stew for heat.
whisky distilled in Scotland from malted barley
He enjoys a glass of Scotch whisky after dinner.
plant species known as Cytisus scoparius
Scotch broom is often seen in gardens.
verdict of not proven in Scots law
The jury returned a Scotch verdict in the trial.
rhythmic pattern with a short note then a long one
The fiddle tune featured a lively Scotch snap.
creamy scrambled eggs on toast with anchovy paste
She served Scotch woodcock for brunch.
cylindrical fire-tube boiler used on ships
The ship was equipped with a Scotch boiler for steam generation.
Origin of Scotch
Old English, Scottas (Gaelic speaker)
Terms with Scotch included in their meaning
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drink
cocktail with Drambuie and Scotch
African snack
snack similar to a Scotch egg
Cockney rhyming slang
scotch whisky
drink
sweet, golden liqueur made from Scotch whisky, honey, herbs, and spices
abr: Scotch
related to Scotland or its people
beverages
drink of Scotch whisky with ice and lemon
whisky-like
resembling or characteristic of Scotch whisky
Examples of Scotch in a sentence
He collected rare bottles of Scotch from different regions. The Scotch have a rich cultural heritage. Scotch festivals are celebrated worldwide. She learned to read and write in Scotch. The poem was originally written in Scotch. The Scotch festival featured bagpipes and dancing.
He enjoys Scotch traditions and music. The Scotch tartan was a hit at the fashion show. They enjoyed the Scotch shortbread with their tea.
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- French:Scotch, Écossais, ...
- German:Scotch, schottisch, ...
- Italian:Scotch, scozzese, ...
- Spanish:whisky escocés, de Escocia, ...
- Portuguese:Scotch, da Escócia, ...
- Chinese:苏格兰威士忌, 苏格兰的, ...
- Japanese:スコッチ, スコットランドの, ...
- Arabic:سْكُوتْش, إِسْكُتْلَنْدِي, ...
- Hebrew:סְקוֹטְשׁ, סְקוֹטִי, ...
- Russian:скотч, шотландский культурный, ...
- Ukrainian:скотч, шотландський, ...
- Hindi:स्कॉच, स्कॉटिश, ...
Definition of scotch - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
end somethingUK decisively put an end toUK
- The rumor was scotched before it spread further..
2.
cuttingDated make a small cut or score intoDated
- He scotched the wood to mark the measurement.
3.
blockingDated block a wheel or round objectDated
- They scotched the wheel to stop it moving.
4.
textileRare beat yarn to break slugs and align threadsRare
- The workers scotched the yarn in the factory.
Noun
1.
mechanicsDated UK block or wedge to stop movementDated UK
- Place a scotch under the wheel to prevent rolling.
2.
cut markDated cut or notch made in a surfaceDated
- He made a scotch in the wood to mark the measurement..
3.
gamesRare UK line drawn on the ground for gamesRare UK
- The children drew a scotch for their hopscotch game.
Images of scotch
block or wedge to stop movement 
cut or notch made in a surface 
line drawn on the ground for games
Expressions with scotch
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clear tape used to stick things together
She used scotch tape to wrap the gift.
whisky from one distillery using malted barley
He prefers to drink single malt scotch after dinner.
very hot chili pepper used in cooking
She added a scotch bonnet to the stew for heat.
Origin of scotch
Middle English, scocchen (to cut) + -ing (suffix)
Examples of scotch in a sentence
They scotched the plan before it could be executed. She scotched the fabric to prepare it for sewing. The chef scotched the meat before marinating it. They scotched the barrel to prevent rolling. He scotched the cart on the slope. They had to scotch the yarn before weaving it.
The process requires skill to properly scotch the threads. The mechanic used a scotch to secure the machinery. A scotch was placed to hold the door open. The carpenter made a scotch to guide his saw. A scotch was visible on the surface of the old table. They marked a scotch to start the race. Each player must jump over the scotch without touching it.
View all translations of scotch
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- French:étouffer, cale, ...
- German:beenden, Keil, ...
- Italian:porre fine, cuneo, ...
- Spanish:acallar, tope, ...
- Portuguese:acabar com, calço, ...
- Chinese:制止, 止动块, ...
- Japanese:終わらせる, ストッパー, ...
- Arabic:وَأَد, إِسْفين, ...
- Hebrew:לְסַכֵּיל, מַעְצוֹר, ...
- Russian:пресечь, упор, ...
- Ukrainian:припинити, упор, ...
- Hindi:पर रोक लगा देना, अवरोधक, ...
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