stancher

Meanings

• noun

  A device used to stop the flow of liquid or gas, especially by applying pressure.

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Variants

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stanch , stanched , stancher , stanchers , stanches , stanching , staunch , staunched , staunches , staunching , stanchest , stauncher , staunchest , staunchly , staunchness , staunchnesses

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Etymology

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Originally meant 'to stop' in Old French. Derived from the Old French word 'estancher', which means 'to stop' or 'to staunch'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'stanchion' is derived from the same Old French root as 'stancher'. A stanchion is a vertical post used to support a railing or other structure.

2. The word 'stanchion' is also used in the context of aviation to refer to a supporting post for an aircraft's wing or other structure.

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Related Concepts

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1. Bleeding control: The process of stopping the flow of blood from a wound to prevent further loss of blood and minimize damage to tissues.

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Culture

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The stancher has been used extensively in various industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, and transportation, to control the flow of fluids and gases. In healthcare, stanchers are used to prevent bleeding during medical procedures. In manufacturing, they are used to control the flow of liquids in production processes. In transportation, they are used to prevent leaks in fuel and hydraulic systems.

How to Memorize "stancher"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a red stop sign with the word 'Stancher' written on it. Visualize a stancher being used to stop the flow of water in a pipe.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'stancher' with the concept of stopping or preventing the flow of something.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Stancher: Stops And Controls The Natural Flow' to remember the meaning of the word.

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