vouch

¹vouch

verb \ˈvau̇ch\

Definition of VOUCH

transitive verb

1

: to summon into court to warrant or defend a title

2

archaic a : assert, affirm b : attest

3

archaic : to cite or refer to as authority or supporting evidence

4

a : prove, substantiate b : to verify (a business transaction) by examining documentary evidence

intransitive verb

1

: to give a guarantee : become surety

2

a : to supply supporting evidence or testimony b : to give personal assurance

Origin of VOUCH

Middle English vochen, vouchen, from Anglo-French voucher to call, vouch, from Latin vocare to call, summon, from vox voice — more at voice

First Known Use: 14th century

Rhymes with VOUCH

couch, crouch, grouch, ouch, pouch, slouch