Definitions
verb
burn slightly and superficially so as to affect color
“the flames scorched the ceiling”
noun
a discoloration caused by heat
noun
a plant disease that produces a browning or scorched appearance of plant tissues
verb
become scorched or singed under intense heat or dry conditions
“The exposed tree scorched in the hot sun”
verb
destroy completely by or as if by fire
“The wildfire scorched the forest and several homes”
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