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Definition quash in British English

quash verb

[transitive] verb
/kwɒʃ/
1

to use force or violence to stop the political action taken by a group of people

Example

The army would be brought in swiftly to quash any rebellion.

Synonyms and related words
limit tie down control
2

to stop something from continuing

Example

They acted quickly to the quash rumours.

Synonyms and related words
interfere with inhibit disrupt
3

to say officially that a decision taken by another court was wrong and no longer has legal force

Example

His conviction for murder was quashed in the Court of Appeal.

Synonyms and related words
acquit acquittal affiliation order
Definition quash in British English