smutch

[ smuhch ]

verb (used with object)

1. to smudge or soil.

noun

1. a smudge or stain.
2. dirt, grime, or smut.

smutch

/ smʌtʃ /

verb

1. tr to smudge; mark

noun

1. a mark; smudge
2. soot; dirt

Derived Forms

• ˈsmutchy, adjective

Other Words From

• smutchless adjective
• un·smutched adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of smutch¹

1520–30; perhaps < Middle High German smutzen to smear; compare German Schmutz smut

Word History and Origins

Origin of smutch¹

C16: probably from Middle High German smutzen to soil; see smut