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[ verb ] make very hot and dry
Synonyms Examples "The heat scorched the countryside" Used in print (Ann Carnahan, Nick Manero's Cook-out Barbeque...)Sear on both sides then cover meat loosely with heat reflecting foil for juiciest results . If necessary to replace both halves on grill , sear cuts and allot extra_time . |
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[ adjective ] (used especially of vegetation) having lost all moisture
Synonyms Examples "dried-up grass" "the desert was edged with sere vegetation" "shriveled leaves on the unwatered seedlings" "withered vines" Related terms |
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