chars
- plural of char.
Example Sentences
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Avcoat is a mix of silica fibers, phenolic microballoons, and epoxy resin that chars and erodes, removing heat away.
From Barron's ● Apr. 10, 2026
The near-direct heat chars the peaks of the skewered meat, and the valleys catch little pools of caramelizing sauce.
From Washington Times ● Aug. 11, 2023
For example, cooking a steak over a high heat, especially an open flame, chars the outside.
From Salon ● Aug. 10, 2023
The governor recently visited Washington to talk with top officials about wildfire recovery as the largest blaze burning in the U.S. chars more tinder dry forest in northern New Mexico.
From Seattle Times ● Jun. 15, 2022
Even after all this distillation, the kerosene still chars the wick somewhat—which prevents the wick from drawing up the oil properly—and it still has a disagreeable smell.
From Diggers in the Earth by Tappan, Eva March
