scotch
Because it is a word with a single syllable, scotch is not hyphenated. The words that have a single syllable are called monosyllabic words.
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Definitions ofscotch
- A surface cut or abrasion.
- A line drawn on the ground, as one used in playing hopscotch.
- A block for a wheel or other round object; a chock, wedge, prop, or other support, to prevent slipping.
Example: "a scotch for a wheel or a log on inclined ground"
- To cut or score; to wound superficially.
- To prevent (something) from being successful.
Example: "The rain scotched his plans of going to the beach."
- To debunk or discredit an idea or rumor.
Example: "The prime minister scotched rumors of his resignation."
- To block a wheel or other round object.
Example: "The workers stopped the rig on an incline and scotched the wheels."
- To dress (stone) with a pick or pointed instrument.
- To beat yarn in order to break up slugs and align the threads.
Example: "Yarn is scotched immediately after it has been dried and while it is still warm. http//www.google.com/patents?id=DXdGAAAAEBAJ&pg=PP3&vq=scotched&dq=scotching"
- To clothe or cover up.
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