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sears

The correct spelling is sears.

How to pronounce sears

verb

Say it like: See-rs

The correct spelling is sears. 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.

Definition

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.

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