smirch
smirch
Definition
smirch (smʉrc̸h)
transitive verb
- to make dirty or discolor as by smearing or staining with grime
- to sully or dishonor (a reputation, good name, etc.)
Etymology: ME smorchen, prob. < OFr esmorcher, to hurt < es- (< L ex), intens. + pp. of mordre, to bite, hurt: see mordant
noun
- a smudge; smear; stain
- a stain on a reputation, etc.
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smirch
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