Sear

Pronunciation: /ˈsɪr/

Sear (verb)

  1. to cook the surface of food quickly at high heat until brown.
  2. to burn or damage the surface of something with intense heat.
  3. to cause someone to feel strong, often negative, emotions.

Examples

  • You should sear the steak on both sides.
  • They sear the chicken to lock in the juices.

Common collocations: sear the meat, quickly sear, sear in a pan, sear the surface, sear with heat

Synonyms of Sear

Neutral

Antonyms of Sear

  • — when referring to adding moisture
  • — when referring to adding water