staunch
Pronunciation:
/stɑːntʃ/verb
Definitions
To stop the flow of (blood).
To stop, check, or deter an action.
Example: Somebody's got to staunch those press leaks!
adjective
Definitions
Loyal, trustworthy, reliable.
Example: He's been a staunch supporter of mine through every election.
Dependable, persistent.
Example: Without our staunch front line the enemy would have split the regiment.