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char

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Verb — To burn something so that its surface turns black, or to burn it down to charcoal.

How to use char

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Etymology

A back-formation from charcoal, formed by dropping the -coal ending.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “char” mean?

The word “char” means to burn something so that its surface turns black, or to burn it down to charcoal. In plain terms, to scorch or blacken something by burning, or (as a noun) a type of fish.

How do you pronounce “char”?

“Char” is pronounced chah (/t͡ʃɑɹ/ in IPA).

How do you use “char” in a sentence?

Here is “char” used in a sentence: “The steak was slightly charred on the outside from the grill.”

What is another word for “char”?

Words with a similar meaning to “char” include coal, blacken, scorch, sear, singe and charlady.

What part of speech is “char”?

Depending on how it is used, “char” can be a verb and a noun.

Is “char” a common word?

“Char” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “char” have?

“Char” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to burn something so that its surface turns black, or to burn it down to charcoal.

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