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ratch Meaning & Definition

Phonetic codes: R AE1 CH

What Does Ratch Mean?

Ratch is used as a noun meaning Alternative form of rach. As a verb, it means To stretch.

Ratch in Brief

Part of speechnoun, verb
Synonymsratchet and rachet
Pluralratches
Verb formsratches, ratching, ratched

Ratch Definition (Noun)

  1. Alternative form of rach.

Noun

  1. Alternative form of rotche.

Noun

  1. A ratchet wheel.
  2. A white mark on a horse's face.

Ratch as a Verb

  1. To stretch.
  2. To streak.
  3. To sail by tacks.

Synonyms of Ratch

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Antonyms of Ratch

No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.

Ratch in a Sentence

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Word Forms & Grammar

ratch (plural ratches)

ratch (third-person singular simple present ratches, present participle ratching, simple past and past participle ratched)

Words That Rhyme With Ratch

Common Questions About Ratch

Is ratch a noun or a verb?

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

What is another word for ratch?

Close synonyms of ratch are ratchet and rachet. See the full list of ratch synonyms and antonyms.

What is the plural of ratch?

The plural of ratch is ratches.

What is the past tense of ratch?

The past tense of ratch is ratched. The present participle is ratching.

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