What does "chamuscar" mean in English?

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Spanish

chamuscar

English

to scorch

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Alternative translations of "chamuscar"

to singe
to burn slightly
to char

Examples of how to use "chamuscar" in Spanish

Spanish
El fuego chamuscó la tela.
English
The fire scorched the fabric.
Spanish
La tostadora chamusca el pan
English
The toaster burns the bread.
Spanish
Yo chamusqué la servilleta sin querer
English
I accidentally scorched the napkin.
Spanish
Las hojas chamuscaban en el fuego
English
The leaves were burning in the fire.
Spanish
Yo chamuscaría la comida si lloviera
English
I would scorch the food if it rained.

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El fuego chamuscó la tela.

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