Synonyms for Scotch
Definition of scotch
adjective
- of or relating to or characteristic of Scotland or its people or culture or its English dialect or Gaelic language; "Scots Gaelic"; "the Scots community in New York"; "`Scottish' tends to be the more formal term as in `The Scottish Symphony' or `Scottish authors' or `Scottish mountains'"; "`Scotch' is in disfavor with Scottish people and is used primarily outside Scotland except in such frozen phrases as `Scotch broth' or `Scotch whiskey' or `Scotch plaid'"
- avoiding waste; "an economical meal"; "an economical shopper"; "a frugal farmer"; "a frugal lunch"; "a sparing father and a spending son"; "sparing in their use of heat and light"; "stinting in bestowing gifts"; "thrifty because they remember the great Depression"; "`scotch' is used only informally"
noun
- a slight surface cut (especially a notch that is made to keep a tally)
15 synonyms found
Writing tips for "scotch"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like baffle, bilk, cross can replace "scotch" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
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"Scotch" in song lyrics
See how scotch is used in real songs:
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"Gettin numb like a Derelict on scotch"
3rd Bass — Brooklyn-Queens -
"Diamond chip watch at 20 a chock and a shot of scotch"
A.G. f/ D Flow, Hehdkrack, Party Arty — Muddslide -
"When I'm in their bed box I make them hop like scotch"
Akinyele f/ Christine McLean — Really Love Me