Definition of Burn
Burn
burn
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to be on fire, to be glowing/alight, or to produce heat and flames while consuming some fuel;
e.g. The sticks began to burn when ignited with a match. I will burn a candle this evening. The fire will burn all night.
(verb)
to damage, destroy, or injure something or someone by fire or heat, or to be thus damaged;
e.g. The pan is hot enough to burn you if you touch it. My mouth will burn if I drink this hot tea right now.
(noun)
an injury suffered by someone due to flames or heat, or a mark of damage on something, caused by flames or heat;
e.g. I have a burn on my wrist from touching a hot pot. There is a small burn on the fabric.
(verb)
to combust some fuel source such as wood or coal as a source of energy, heat, or light;
e.g. This lamp can burn oil and light a small room.
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