singes
Burns the surface
Singes is the verb form of singe, meaning to burn superficially or lightly, scorching the surface without consuming: The candle singes the paper's edge.
Hair singes easily near open flame.
Figuratively, something that singes leaves a slight burn or sting: The criticism singed his pride.
scorch
Burn superficially
blister · scald · ignite · ember · smolder · flambé · cauterize · torch · fire · combustion
blacken
Make or become dark
- carbonizeConvert to charite through heat
- ashCombustion's powdery remains
- sootCarbon from incomplete burning
discoloration · smoke · embers · tinder · browning · crisp · toast · darken · residue · burnt edges
- lead singerBand's main vocalist
- pop singerCommercial music vocalist
- folk singerTraditional song performer
- opera singerDramatic vocal stage performer
- backup singerSupporting vocal performer
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