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    staunch

    staunch - Dictionary definition and meaning for word staunch

    Definition
    (verb) stop the flow of a liquid
    Synonyms : halt , stanch , stem
    Example Sentence
    • staunch the blood flow
    • stem the tide
    Definition
    (adj) firm and dependable especially in loyalty
    Synonyms : steadfast , unswerving
    Example Sentence
    • a steadfast ally
    • a staunch defender of free speech
    • unswerving devotion
    • unswerving allegiance
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for staunch

staunch= stay + uncha(hindi) means strongly committed if you keep your face up(uncha)

So staunch like a stone.

stanch=staunch,strong, unmovable.Stanch (verb):is to make blood unmovable.

pehley stone se khoon nikaalo then stone se stop karo

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rhymes wid choch(peak) which is alwaz abov (determined nd firm)

STAy+UNCHanged=staunch,beying firm

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