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The correct spelling is searing.

How to pronounce searing

verb

Say it like: See-rin-g

The correct spelling is searing. To char, scorch, or burn the surface of (something) with a hot instrument. For example: "The events of that day were seared into her memory."

Usage Examples

The events of that day were seared into her memory.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To char, scorch, or burn the surface of (something) with a hot instrument.
  2. 2.To wither; to dry up.
  3. 3.To make callous or insensible.
  4. 4.To mark permanently, as if by burning.

noun

  1. 1.Action of the verb to sear
  2. 2.Cooking food quickly at high temperature

adjective

  1. 1.Very hot; blistering or boiling
  2. 2.(of a pain) having a sensation of intense sudden heat

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