Definition & Meaning of "staunch"

staunch

showing strong support for a person, cause, or belief

fervent

Example

Despite criticism from others, she remained a staunch advocate for human rights.

His staunch dedication to the team earned him the respect of his fellow players.

to staunch

to stop or halt something, especially bleeding or the spread of something undesirable

Example

The nurse staunches the bleeding with a pressure bandage, preventing further blood loss.

The medic staunched the flow of water by plugging the leak with a makeshift dam.

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