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quelch Meaning & Definition

What Does Quelch Mean?

Quelch is a verb that means To squelch; to eliminate. It is also used to mean To make a squelching sound. As a noun, it means A blow; a bang.

Word Facts for Quelch

Part of speechverb, noun
Pluralquelches
Verb formsquelches, quelching, quelched

Quelch Definition (Verb)

  1. To squelch; to eliminate.
  2. To make a squelching sound.

Quelch as a Noun

  1. A blow; a bang.

Synonyms of Quelch

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Word Forms & Grammar

quelch (third-person singular simple present quelches, present participle quelching, simple past and past participle quelched)

quelch (plural quelches)

Origin of Quelch

Alteration of squelch, perhaps influenced in form by quench.

Frequently Asked Questions About Quelch

Is quelch a verb or a noun?

Quelch is mainly used as a verb, but it can also be used as a noun.

What is the plural of quelch?

The plural of quelch is quelches.

What is the past tense of quelch?

The past tense of quelch is quelched. The present participle is quelching.

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