소문, 소동, 계획 등을 확실하게 끝내거나 진압하여 더 이상 진행되지 않게 하다.
To decisively put an end to something, such as a rumor, plan, or movement.
예문:
"The government was quick to scotch any rumors regarding a currency devaluation."
"A sudden lack of funding scotched their plans to expand the business overseas."
바퀴나 둥근 물체가 구르지 않도록 그 아래에 쐐기나 굄목을 고이다.
To prevent a wheel or other rolling object from moving by placing a wedge or block underneath it.
예문:
"Make sure you scotch the wheels of the truck before you start unloading the heavy crates."
"The coach was scotched on the steep hill to prevent it from sliding backward."
표면에 난 얕은 상처나 칼자국, 또는 무언가를 멈추기 위해 사용하는 굄목.
A surface cut or score; also, a wedge or block used to stop a wheel from rolling.
예문:
"He noticed a deep scotch on the side of the wooden table."
"The worker placed a heavy iron scotch behind the rear tire."
스코틀랜드에서 제조된 위스키 (주로 대문자로 표기).
Whisky distilled in Scotland.
예문:
"He poured himself a glass of fine single-malt Scotch after dinner."
"This region is world-famous for its traditional Scotch distilleries."