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Stanch (adj) means an archaic spelling of staunch.

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An archaic spelling of staunch.
"a stanch ship a stanch churchman"
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Etymology

From Middle English stanch, a variant of staunch, staunche (“(adjective) in good condition or repair; solidly made, firm; watertight; of a person or wound: not bleeding; certain; intact; (adverb) firmly, soundly”) [and other forms]; see further at staunch.

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What is the meaning of stanch?
"stanch" (adj) means an archaic spelling of staunch.
What is another word for stanch?
Other words for "stanch" include fast, zealous, faithful, trusty, sound, steadfast.

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