Meaning of 'scorch'

noun

a discoloration caused by heat

noun

a plant disease that produces a browning or scorched appearance of plant tissues

noun

a surface burn

Synonyms: singe

verb

become scorched or singed under intense heat or dry conditions

Example: "The exposed tree scorched in the hot sun"

verb

make very hot and dry

Example: "The heat scorched the countryside"

Synonyms: sear

verb

burn slightly and superficially so as to affect color

Synonyms: sear

verb

destroy completely by or as if by fire

Example: "The wildfire scorched the forest and several homes"

verb

become superficially burned

Synonyms: sear