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scorch Definition and Meaning in English (scorch definition)

verb
Synonyms:charsingesear
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Scorch definition: To burn the surface of something with intense heat, causing discoloration or slight damage.

Definitions of Scorch

  1. 1verb

    To burn the surface of something with intense heat, causing discoloration or slight damage.

  2. 2verb(informal)

    To move or travel at a very high speed, often in a reckless or impressive manner.

  3. 3noun

    A burn mark or discoloration left on a surface by intense heat.

Example Sentences

“The hot iron will scorch the delicate fabric if you're not careful.”

“The car scorched down the highway, leaving other vehicles behind.”

“There was a scorch mark on the table where the hot pan had rested.”

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past tensescorched
present participlescorching
nounscorcher

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Scorch definition: To burn the surface of something with intense heat, causing discoloration or slight damage.
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'Scorch' translates to 'scorch' in English. Scorch definition: To burn the surface of something with intense heat, causing discoloration or slight damage.
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