Meaning & Definition of word "Singe"

Singe

/sɪndʒ/

1. to burn something lightly or superficially.
- Example: She singed the tips of her hair while styling it with a curling iron.
2. to burn or scorch the surface of something.
- Example: The flames singed the edges of the paper, but it didn't catch fire.
3. to char or burn slightly.
- Example: He singed the hot dog over the campfire, adding a smoky flavor.

Middle English 'singen', of uncertain origin.

singe one's eyebrows:

To accidentally burn the hair on one's eyebrows, often from a flame.

scorch:

To burn the surface of something.

char:

To burn something partially so that it blackens and becomes dry.

Meaning: To quickly heat or cook something.

Example Sentence: I'm going to singe this steak on the grill for just a minute.

Meaning: To impress or shock someone.

Example Sentence: He really singed the crowd with his performance.