Scorcher: meaning, definitions and examples

Used informally to describe an extremely hot day.

• Today is going to be a scorcher, so make sure to stay hydrated.
• Yesterday was such a scorcher that I couldn't bear to go outside.

Refers to a prolonged period of excessively hot weather, often lasting several days or longer.

• The heatwave last summer broke several temperature records.
• Due to the heatwave, many people are seeking refuge in cooling centers.

Describes a short period of hotter-than-usual weather, typically less severe than a heatwave.

• We're expecting a hot spell this weekend, so the beach will be crowded.
• The garden needs extra water during this hot spell.

Describes very intense and often uncomfortable hot weather conditions, often with the sun shining brightly.

• The blazing weather made it difficult to stay outside for long.
• With this blazing weather, I'm glad we have air conditioning.

As mentioned above, 'scorcher' describes an extremely hot day. This term might be repeated unintentionally in the list.

• It's going to be a real scorcher today; make sure to stay hydrated.
• Last weekend was a scorcher, and everyone flocked to the beach.

This term is synonymous with 'high wheeler' and refers to the same type of antique bicycle. It is commonly used in historical discussions or when referring to the design of these bicycles.

• Penny-farthings are often seen in old photographs from the late 1800s.
• He restored an old penny-farthing and now rides it in local events.

This term refers to an old-fashioned type of bicycle with a very large front wheel and a much smaller rear wheel. It is often used in historical contexts or when discussing antique bicycles.

• The museum has a high wheeler on display from the 19th century.
• I saw someone riding a high wheeler during the vintage bike parade.

This is a very old term used to refer to early bicycles. It is often used in a historical context and can refer to various types of human-powered vehicles with wheels.

• The first velocipedes were powered by the rider's feet pushing against the ground.
• Velocipedes were the predecessors of modern bicycles.