Staunch

verb

/stɑːntʃ/

Word Frequency: 1.4

Definitions

1.verbTo stop the flow of (blood).

2.verbTo stop, check, or deter an action.

"Somebody's got to staunch those press leaks!"

3.adjectiveLoyal, trustworthy, reliable.

"He's been a staunch supporter of mine through every election."

4.adjectiveDependable, persistent.

"Without our staunch front line the enemy would have split the regiment."

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