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char

[chahr] / tʃɑr /
VERB
scorch, sear
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A first course of kampachi arrived dressed with arctic char roe, ground cherry, serrano, ponzu, and cucumber — buttery and delicate, with a bright, precise balance that lingered just long enough.

From Salon • Jan. 13, 2026

When you try to set fire to wood treated with Burnblock, the material forms a protective layer of char, explains Mr Bay-Smidt.

From BBC • Nov. 6, 2025

Their pancakes are crazy with the char on the edges.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 26, 2025

Because jacarandas across the county sustained significant bark char and crown damage, L.A.’s purple bloom was down some patches this year.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2025

The loaves would bake and the little piece would char.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack




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