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charred

|charred|

🇺🇸

/tʃɑrd/

🇬🇧

/tʃɑːd/

(char)

burnt surface

Base Form	Plural	Past	Past Participle	Present Participle	Verb
char	chars	charred	charred	charring	charred

Etymology

Etymology Information

'char' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'charren,' where 'charren' meant 'to turn or stir.'

Historical Evolution

'charren' transformed into the modern English word 'char,' and eventually became 'charred' as a past participle form.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to turn or stir,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'burned or scorched.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

past tense or past participle form of 'char'.

The chef charred the vegetables to give them a smoky flavor.

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Adjective 1

burned or scorched on the surface.

The charred remains of the building were still smoldering.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41