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squelching

/ˈskwɛltʃɪŋ/ verb · British & US
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What does squelching mean?

verb

to make a soft squelching sound, typically of mud or wet earth underfoot; to crush or squash something with a soft, squelching sound.

Example

"The hikers had to squelch through the muddy terrain to reach the summit."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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