Definition of quench

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quench    (kwnch) KEY  

TRANSITIVE VERB:
quenched , quench·ing , quench·es

1. To put out (a fire, for example); extinguish.
2. To suppress; squelch: The disapproval of my colleagues quenched my enthusiasm for the plan.
3. To put an end to; destroy.
4. To slake; satisfy: Mineral water quenched our thirst.
5. To cool (hot metal) by thrusting into water or other liquid.

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ETYMOLOGY:
Middle English quenchen, from Old English -cwencan (in cwencan, to quench)

OTHER FORMS:
quencha·ble (Adjective), quencher (Noun), quenchless (Adjective)

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