Quash

Definition of Quash

n.	1.	Same as Squash.
v. t.	1.	(Law) To abate, annul, overthrow, or make void; as, to quash an indictment. [imp. & p. p. Quashed ; p. pr. & vb. n. Quashing.]
	1.	To beat down, or beat in pieces; to dash forcibly; to crush. The whales Against sharp rocks, like reeling vessels, quashed, Though huge as mountains, are in pieces dashed. - Waller.
	2.	To crush; to subdue; to suppress or extinguish summarily and completely; as, to quash a rebellion. Contrition is apt to quash or allay all worldly grief. - Barrow.
v. i.	1.	To be shaken, or dashed about, with noise.

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