sear

/sˈi‍ə/

/ˈsɪɹ/

to sear

MAIN VERB

make very hot and dry

synonyms : scorch

burn slightly and superficially so as to affect color

synonyms : blacken

cause to wither or parch from exposure to heat

synonyms : parch

become superficially burned

synonyms : scorch

to quickly cook the surface of food at high heat to develop a crust or color

sear

(used especially of vegetation) having lost all moisture

synonyms : dried-up

Examples

1. As a specialty dish, the chef prepared a gourmet chevon rack, perfectly seared and served with a delicate herb-infused sauce.

2. The special occasion dinner included a perfectly seared T-bone steak.

3. Sous vide, then seared.

4. Just searing abdominal pain and the runs.