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/bɜːrnt/
Meaning & Definition
verb
past participle of burn; to have been consumed by fire.
The letters were burnt in the fire.
to have suffered damage from heat or fire.
Her skin was burnt after lying in the sun for too long.
adjective
having been burned or charred.
The burnt toast was inedible.
having a blackened or charred appearance.
He looked at the burnt remains of the once magnificent house.
treated by fire to improve quality or flavor.
They served a delicious dish with burnt edges that added a smoky flavor.
Etymology
The past participle of 'burn', derived from Old English 'bernan'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
burnt out
Exhausted or depleted, particularly from work or stress.
burnt offering
A sacrifice completely consumed by fire, historically in religious contexts.
burnt bridges
To destroy a relationship or opportunity that cannot be repaired.
Related Words
burn
To consume or be consumed by fire.
burning
The act of burning or consuming with fire.
Slang Meanings
To be excessively high on drugs.
After that party, she was totally burnt.
To lose confidence or reputation.
He got burnt after that scandal.