gusset vs scotch

gusset

noun
  • An abatement or mark of dishonor in a coat of arms, resembling a gusset. 

  • A large flat metal piece wider than the valley to help prevent build-up at the base of the valley, either from debris or ice dam formations. 

  • A kind of bracket, or angular piece of iron, fastened in the angles of a structure to give strength or stiffness; especially, the part joining the barrel and the fire box of a locomotive boiler. 

  • A gousset, a piece of mail providing protection where armor plates meet. 

  • A small piece of cloth inserted in a garment, for the purpose of strengthening some part or giving it a tapering enlargement cf. godet. 

verb
  • To make with a gusset; to sew a gusset into. 

scotch

noun
  • A surface cut or abrasion. 

  • A line drawn on the ground, as one used in playing hopscotch. 

  • Scotch tape 

  • A block for a wheel or other round object; a chock, wedge, prop, or other support, to prevent slipping. 

verb
  • To debunk or discredit an idea or rumor. 

  • To beat yarn in order to break up slugs and align the threads. 

  • To rape. 

  • To prevent (something) from being successful. 

  • To dress (stone) with a pick or pointed instrument. 

  • To block a wheel or other round object. 

  • To cut or score; to wound superficially. 

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