Scotch
|Scotch|
B2
/skɒtʃ/
Scottish origin
Etymology
Etymology Information
'Scotch' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'Scottas,' referring to the people of Scotland.
Historical Evolution
'Scottas' transformed into the Middle English word 'Scot,' and eventually became the modern English word 'Scotch.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to the people of Scotland, but over time it evolved to include meanings related to whisky and ending something.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to decisively put an end to something.
The rumors were quickly scotched by the official statement.
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Last updated: 2025/02/11 01:52