Definitions
There are 6 meanings of the word
Scotching.
Scotching - as an adjective
Scotching - as a noun
Whiskey distilled in scotland; especially whiskey made from malted barley in a pot still
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
malt whiskeymalt whiskyscotch malt whiskeyscotch malt whiskyscotch whiskeyscotch whiskyHypernyms (Closely Related)
whiskey20whisky19Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
A slight surface cut (especially a notch that is made to keep a tally)
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
score7Scotching - as an adjective satellite
Avoiding waste
Example: "An economical meal"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
economical16frugal10sparing10stinting9Scotching - as a verb
Hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of
Example: "What ultimately frustrated every challenger was ruth's amazing september surge"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
baffle14bilk10cross7foil7frustrate12spoil7thwart12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
forbid12foreclose14forestall12preclude13prevent12Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Make a small cut or score into
Example Sentences
"He was scotching the rumors about his relationship with the actress."
"The company is scotching its plans to expand overseas."
"The chef was scotching the garlic before adding it to the dish."
Word Game Points
Is SCOTCHING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, scotching is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
SCOTCHING has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is SCOTCHING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, scotching is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordSCOTCHING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.
Is SCOTCHING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, scotching is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordSCOTCHING has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.
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