SCOTCHED

Scrabble

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S(1) C(3) O(1) T(1) C(3) H(4) E(1) D(2)

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Definition

verb

To cut or score; to wound superficially.
To prevent (something) from being successful.
“The rain scotched his plans of going to the beach.”
To debunk or discredit an idea or rumor.
“The prime minister scotched rumors of his resignation.”
To block a wheel or other round object.
“The workers stopped the rig on an incline and scotched the wheels.”
To dress (stone) with a pick or pointed instrument.