Singe

usgb/sɪndʒ/
verb

To burn lightly on the surface, not deeply, making it discolored or damaged.

I accidentally singed my hair while lighting the candle.
Visual representation of "singe" - To burn lightly on the surface, not deeply, making it discolored or damaged.

Often appears as...

  • singe hair
  • singe edges
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Surface Damage

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

Illustration for Surface Damage
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.

Illustration for Accidental Action
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.

Illustration for Hair Care Caution
She had the flat iron too high and singed the tips of her hair.
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