verb
swither
Swither (verb) means to burn or scorch something slightly.
verb
1
To burn or scorch something slightly.
2
To burn slowly or melt gradually, as a candle does.
3
To sting or ache with a tingling feeling.
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Etymology
Came into English via Middle English *swithren, from Old Norse sviðra ("to burn, singe"). It is related to Middle English swithen ("to burn, scorch, singe"), from Old Norse svíða ("to burn").
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What is the meaning of swither?
"swither" (verb) means to burn or scorch something slightly.
What are the different meanings of swither?
"swither" has 3 main meanings: 1. To burn or scorch something slightly; 2. To burn slowly or melt gradually, as a candle does; 3. To sting or ache with a tingling feeling.