transitive verb to cook or burn so that the surface is blackened; scorch.The chef charred the meat on the grill with expert skill. intransitive verb to become scorched or reduced to charcoal….
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WOTD: scholarly
adjective of or appropriate to a scholar.His parents were entrepreneurs, but he enjoyed more scholarly pursuits. See the full entry
WOTD: macho
adjective embodying or demonstrating a conception of masculinity emphasizing strength, assertiveness, and dominance.He wants to develop his muscles so that he will look more macho. See the full entry
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WOTD: taper
intransitive verb 1. to narrow, as toward a point.The jeans taper at the ankles. 2. to dwindle or diminish, as to a complete stop.The conversation tapered into silence. transitive verb 1. to…