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torched

 

[ tɔrʧt ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

burned entirely

The term 'torched' refers to the act of setting something on fire, usually causing it to burn completely. It can imply a deliberate action, often associated with destruction. Torching can be indicative of vandalism or protest, as in setting an object ablaze to make a statement. Additionally, it can refer to the process of cooking or roasting something over an open flame. This word conveys both intense heat and significant damage.

Synonyms

burned, incinerated, scorched, set fire to

Examples of usage

  • The old building was torched by arsonists.
  • They torched the marshmallows over the fire.
  • During the protest, several cars were torched.
  • He accidentally torched his dinner while distracted.

Translations

Translations of the word "torched" in other languages:

🇵🇹 incendiado

🇮🇳 जला हुआ

🇩🇪 angezündet

🇮🇩 dihancurkan dengan api

🇺🇦 підпалений

🇵🇱 podpalony

🇯🇵 焼かれた

🇫🇷 enflammé

🇪🇸 incendiado

🇹🇷 yakılmış

🇰🇷 불에 탄

🇸🇦 مُشْعَل

🇨🇿 zapálený

🇸🇰 zapálený

🇨🇳 点燃的

🇸🇮 prižgan

🇮🇸 kveikt

🇰🇿 өртенген

🇬🇪 გატყორცნილი

🇦🇿 yandırılmış

🇲🇽 incendiado

Etymology

The word 'torched' is derived from the noun 'torch,' which has roots in Middle English as 'torche,' coming from Old French 'torche' meaning 'twisted thing' or 'torch.' This Old French term originates from the Latin 'torca,' which means 'twisted or woven.' Initially, torches were made of twisted fibers or wicks soaked in flammable substances to provide light. Over time, the verb 'torch' evolved to carry connotations of igniting or burning something, leading to 'torched' as its past participle form. The evolution illustrates the shift from a mere source of light to a term signifying destruction or intense combustion. Today's usage encompasses both literal and metaphorical meanings, reflecting various contexts in which the act of burning takes place.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,453 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.