quitch
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /kwɪtʃ/
KK: /kwɪtʃ/
noun
Definition
A type of grass that is often seen as a weed and can grow quickly in gardens and fields.
Example
The gardener struggled to control the spread of quitch in her flower beds.
Conversation
I was trying to get rid of that pesky quitch in my garden yesterday.
Oh, I hate that stuff! It spreads so quickly.
Exactly! I didn't realize how hard it would be to remove the quitch completely.
Yeah, it's like it keeps coming back no matter what you do.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
grass
weed
herb
Antonyms
flower
shrub
tree
verb
Definition
To move or shake slightly, often in response to something surprising or uncomfortable.
Example
She quitched when the loud noise startled her.
Tense Forms
Past: quitched
Past Participle: quitched
Conversation
Did you see that cat quitch when I moved my hand?
Yeah, it really jumped back in surprise!
I thought it would just sit there, but it definitely quitched.
Root Explanation
The word 'quitch' originates from Old English 'cwicce', meaning to be alive or to live. It refers to a type of grass, specifically couch grass, which is known for its vigorous growth and ability to spread quickly.
Memory Tip
Think of 'alive' or 'living' when you hear 'quitch', as it relates to a grass that grows vigorously and spreads like it's full of life.
Visually Confused Words
squitch
squitchy
quinch
quiche
quetch
quatch
utch
quisutsch