Definitions

1. adjective

firm in your loyalty or support; unshakeable in your opinions or convictions.

“She was a staunch supporter of the local arts program.”

2. noun

a flow of fluid that has stopped or been stopped, especially the flow of blood from a wound.

“The doctors applied pressure to the wound to stop the staunch and prevent further bleeding.”

3. verb

to stop the flow of fluid, especially the flow of blood from a wound.

“The nurse staunch the wound with a clean cloth.”