scotched

verb

1
To cut or score; to wound superficially.
2
To prevent (something) from being successful.
“The rain scotched his plans of going to the beach.”
3
To debunk or discredit an idea or rumor.
“The prime minister scotched rumors of his resignation.”
4
To block a wheel or other round object.
“The workers stopped the rig on an incline and scotched the wheels.”
5
To dress (stone) with a pick or pointed instrument.
6
To beat yarn in order to break up slugs and align the threads.
“Yarn is scotched immediately after it has been dried and while it is still warm. http//www.google.com/patents?id=DXdGAAAAEBAJ&pg=PP3&vq=scotched&dq=scotching”
7
To clothe or cover up.

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