sear (Meaning)
sear (v)
make very hot and dry
become superficially burned
burn slightly and superficially so as to affect color
cause to wither or parch from exposure to heat
sear (s)
(used especially of vegetation) having lost all moisture
sear (a.)
Alt. of Sere
To wither; to dry up.
To burn (the surface of) to dryness and hardness; to cauterize; to expose to a degree of heat such as changes the color or the hardness and texture of the surface; to scorch; to make callous; as, to sear the skin or flesh. Also used figuratively.
sear (n.)
The catch in a gunlock by which the hammer is held cocked or half cocked.
Synonyms & Antonyms of sear
sear Sentence Examples
- The chef seared the steak over high heat to create a crispy exterior.
- The hot pan seared the salmon fillets, locking in their flavor and moisture.
- The seared scallops had a golden-brown crust that complemented their tender texture.
- To sear a tuna steak, heat a cast-iron pan to smoking hot and cook the steak for just a few seconds per side.
- Searing vegetables in a hot skillet gives them a caramelized exterior and enhances their sweetness.
- The seared chicken thighs had a crispy skin that contrasted with their juicy meat.
- Searing bread in butter creates a delicious, golden-brown crust.
- The roasted peppers were seared on the grill for a slightly smoky flavor.
- The seared tofu had a firm exterior and a tender, velvety interior.
- I seared the roast beef in a skillet before transferring it to the oven for roasting.
FAQs About the word sear
make very hot and dry, become superficially burned, burn slightly and superficially so as to affect color, cause to wither or parch from exposure to heat, (used
char, scorch,singe, light, bake, ignite, enflame, cremate, fire, scald
bathe,wash, drown, wash, wet, soak, bathe, water, soak, flood
The chef seared the steak over high heat to create a crispy exterior.
The hot pan seared the salmon fillets, locking in their flavor and moisture.
The seared scallops had a golden-brown crust that complemented their tender texture.
To sear a tuna steak, heat a cast-iron pan to smoking hot and cook the steak for just a few seconds per side.
