scorched Definition and Meaning in English (scorched definition)
adjectiveScorched definition: Describes something that has been superficially burned or discolored by intense heat or fire.
Definitions of Scorched
- 1adjective
Describes something that has been superficially burned or discolored by intense heat or fire.
- 2adjective
Refers to something, especially vegetation, that has become dry and withered due to excessive heat.
Example Sentences
“The sun had scorched the grass to a crisp brown.”
“She accidentally scorched the shirt with the hot iron.”
“The scorched earth policy left nothing for the enemy.”
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A military strategy of burning or destroying buildings, crops, or other resources that might be of use to an invading enemy force.
Damaged or dried out by intense sunlight.
Burned or discolored by contact with a very hot iron.
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