scorching — meaning, examples & etymology [English]

scorching (/ˈskɔːrtʃɪŋ/)

adjective  ·  Intermediate  ·  Nature & Environment

🔊 /ˈskɔːrtʃɪŋ/

Meaning

Meaning: extremely hot, burning hot

Extremely hot, hot enough to burn or feel like burning. It often describes intense sun or very hot weather.

Examples

🗣 The scorching sun beat down on the desert.

Etymology

Present participle of ‘scorch’, of uncertain Scandinavian origin.

How & Where It’s Used

Used for very hot sun and weather, and figuratively for harsh criticism.

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Tags: weather, heat

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