Definition of Sear

to char, scorch, or burn the surface of something with quick heat

Examples of Sear in a sentence

The chef placed the steak in the hot pan to sear the outside.  🔊

The man needed to wear protective clothing and glasses so that the heat from soldering would not sear his skin and eyes.  🔊

She threw the envelope into the fire in order to sear it beyond recognition.  🔊

The fire from the grill burst into flame, causing his eyebrows to sear.  🔊

He accidentally placed the hot pan on the counter, leaving a sear mark from the heat.  🔊

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