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\ ˈsmərch 
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\smirched; smirching; smirches
Definition of smirch
1a : to make dirty, stained, or discolored : sully
b : to smear with something that stains or dirties
2 : to bring discredit or disgrace on
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Synonyms & Antonyms for smirch
Synonyms
- befoul,
- begrime,
- bemire,
- besmirch,
- blacken,
- daub,
- dirty,
- distain
- [archaic],
- foul,
- gaum
- [dialect],
- grime,
- mire,
- muck,
- muddy,
- smudge,
- soil,
- stain,
- sully
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