Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scorch
verb
/skɔːrtʃ/
Definition
To burn the surface of something slightly, causing it to change color or become dry.
Examples
- Be careful not to scorch the toast while it’s in the toaster.
- The sun can scorch your skin if you don’t wear sunscreen.
- She accidentally scorched her favorite shirt while ironing.
Meaning
Scorching refers to the action of damaging something through exposure to heat or flame.
Synonyms
- burn
- char
- sear
- blacken
