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Singe

usgb/sɪndʒ/Volume
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Surface Damage

Singe involves light damage to the surface, often without catching fire or charing deeply.

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The dryer was too hot and singed the thin fabric of the dress.
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Accidental Action

Singeing usually happens by accident, when something gets too close to heat.

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Be careful not to singe the curtains with that space heater.
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Hair Care Caution

When styling hair with heat, be wary of the temperature to avoid singeing it.

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She had the flat iron too high and singed the tips of her hair.
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