Definition of quash

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