verb / noun
burn
BURN/bɜːrn/
To consume or damage through intense heat.
A log burns in the fireplace, its edges blackening above glowing embers.
Etymology
Brenna meant “to burn” or “light.” The English verb brings together kindling a fire and being consumed by one, retaining the literal connection between fire and destruction.
In context
or will burn the caramel on the base of the pot. Cuz it's still a medium heat, but it's a medium is still pretty high. So, medium is enough to burn the ingredients.
More examples
- The hot pan left a painful burn, and the soap made it sting.
- The project burned through its funding in a month.
- After being burned by a dishonest partner, she burned with resentment.
Forms
burn · burns · burned · burnt · burning
Similar words
- scorch
- Damages a surface with heat, without necessarily consuming it.