Definition of Char
Char
char
Definition/Meaning
(verb)
to partially or slightly burn something such that its surface becomes blackened;
e.g. The fire started to char the edges of the fabric before I poured water on it.
(verb)
to develop a blackened surface due to being partially burnt and converted to charcoal;
e.g. The meat started to char because it was on the grill for too long.
(noun)
charcoal, a blacked residue or surface/layer formed due to something being partially burnt, especially such a crust formed on food that has been grilled;
e.g. The vegetables had a nice char and a rich flavor.
(noun)
(informal British) a cleaning woman, especially one who works in a large building;
e.g. She worked as a char in an office building.
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