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smirch Definition

smirch (smʉrc̸h)

transitive verb

  1. to make dirty or discolor as by smearing or staining with grime
  2. 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

  1. a smudge; smear; stain
  2. a stain on a reputation, etc.

smirch Synonyms

smirch

n.

  1. A smudge

    spot, blotch, smear; see blemish, stain.

  2. Dishonor

    stigma, slur, blemish; see disgrace 1, 2, scandal.

smirch Synonyms

smirch

v.

  1. To soil

    smudge, discolor, smear; see dirty.

  2. To degrade

    sully, discredit, malign; see humble, slander.

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