Word
sears
Phoneticssears
US/ˈsɪɹz/
UK/sˈiəz/
Definition
v. to cause a sudden, very strong feeling of burning or pain.
v. to cause a sudden, intense, and localised burning sensation, either physically or metaphorically.
Examples
“The chef sears the steak over a high flame.”
“To get the best flavor, you should sears the roast in a hot pan before putting it in the oven.”
“The intense heat sears the exterior of the tuna almost instantly, creating a crisp crust while leaving the center perfectly rare and tender.”
Examples
simple
“The chef sears the steak over a high flame.”
contextual
“To get the best flavor, you should sears the roast in a hot pan before putting it in the oven.”
complex
“The intense heat sears the exterior of the tuna almost instantly, creating a crisp crust while leaving the center perfectly rare and tender.”
Usage
Often used in the active voice to describe how a sensation affects a person.
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