1. plural of scotch; alcoholic beverages made from malted barley, especially whisky from Scotland
2. plural of scotch; wedges or blocks used to prevent something from moving

1. third person singular present of scotch; puts an end to or prevents something
2. third person singular present of scotch; blocks or wedges something to prevent movement

Examples

• The bar serves several premium scotches from different distilleries.
• He placed scotches behind the wheels to keep the truck from rolling.
• The manager scotches any rumors before they spread through the office.
• She scotches the door open with a rubber wedge.
• The collection includes rare scotches aged over twenty years.
• The mechanic scotches the aircraft wheels during maintenance.
• This news scotches our plans for expansion this quarter.