1. (v. t.) To abate, annul, overthrow, or make void; as, to quash an indictment.
2. (n.) Same as Squash.
3. (v. t.) To beat down, or beat in pieces; to dash forcibly; to crush.
4. (v. t.) To crush; to subdue; to suppress or extinguish summarily and completely; as, to quash a rebellion.
5. (v. i.) To be shaken, or dashed about, with noise.
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