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staunch in Malay

akrab

/stɔːn(t)ʃ/

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Australia/stoːn(t)ʃ/

staunch in Malay: akrab, karib. In English, staunch means not permitting water or some other liquid to escape or penetrate; watertight.

Malay words for staunch

dependable, loyal, reliable, trustworthy — see also dependable, loyal, reliable, trustworthy, ardent, unconditional, faithful
akrab, karib

English meaning of staunch

  1. adjective Not permitting water or some other liquid to escape or penetrate; watertight.
  2. adjective Impermeable to air or other gases; airtight.
  3. adjective Strongly built; also, in good or strong condition.
  4. adjective Staying true to one's aims or principles; firm, resolute, unswerving.

Full definition of staunch

staunch in a sentence

  • Without our staunch front line the enemy would have split the regiment.
  • He’s been a staunch supporter of mine through every election.

Synonyms of staunch

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Questions about staunch in Malay

What is the meaning of staunch in Malay?
Staunch in Malay is akrab, karib.
Apakah maksud staunch dalam bahasa Melayu?
Staunch: akrab, karib.
What does staunch mean in English?
Staunch means not permitting water or some other liquid to escape or penetrate; watertight.

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