SINCE 1828
quash
verb (1)
\ ˈkwäsh
, ˈkwȯsh\
, ˈkwȯsh\
quashed;
quashing;
quashes
Definition of quash
(Entry 1 of 2)
: to suppress or extinguish summarily and completely
quash a rebellion
quash
verb (2)
quashed;
quashing;
quashes
Definition of quash (Entry 2 of 2)
: to nullify especially by judicial action
quash an indictment
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quash
transitive verb
\ ˈkwäsh, ˈkwȯsh
\
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Legal Definition of quash
: to make void : annul sense 2
quash a subpoena
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