Scorch

To scorch means to burn something on the outside, like when toast gets too dark because it was in the toaster too long.

Examples

• I accidentally left my toast in the toaster too long and it started to scorch.
• The sun can scorch the grass if it doesn’t rain for a long time.
• Be careful when you touch the grill; it can scorch your fingers if you’re not careful.

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