Singe (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

verb (used with object), singed, singe·ing.
  1. to burn superficially or slightly; scorch.
  2. to burn the ends, projections, nap, or the like, of (hair, cloth, etc.).
  3. to subject (the carcass of an animal or bird) to flame in order to remove hair, bristles, feathers, etc.
noun
  1. a superficial burn.
  2. the act of singeing.
verb singes, singeing or singed
  1. to burn or be burnt superficially; scorch
  2. to burn the ends of (hair, etc)
  3. to expose (a carcass) to flame to remove bristles or hair
noun
  1. a superficial burn
Singe (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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