smirch: Meaning and Definition of

smirch

1. to discolor or soil; spot or smudge with or as with soot, dust, dirt, etc.
2. to sully or tarnish (a person, reputation, character, etc.); disgrace; discredit.

1. a dirty mark or smear, as of soot, dust, dirt, etc.
2. a stain or blot, as on reputation.