v. 1.satisfy (thirst) 2.put out, as of fires, flames, or lights 3.electronics: suppress (sparking) when the current is cut off in an inductive circuit, or suppress (an oscillation or discharge) in a component or device 4.suppress or crush completely 5.reduce the degree of (luminescence or phosphorescence) in (excited molecules or a material) by adding a suitable substance 6.cool by plunging into cold water
