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Vocabulary Entry
char
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A small amount of something, especially of a burning substance.
Example Sentences
"There was a char left on the bottom of the pan after cooking."
"The char from the fire lingered in the air."
"She noticed a char on the edge of the paper after it touched the flame."
V
verb
To partially burn something, often resulting in a charred appearance.
Example Sentences
"He accidentally charred the steak on the grill."
"They char the marshmallows until they're golden brown."
"If you leave the bread in the toaster too long, it will char."