Definitions

1. noun

a person or device that generates intense heat, often for cooking or heating

“The gas burner on the stove was too high, causing the food to burn.”

2. noun

a device that burns fuel, such as a furnace or boiler

“The burner in the old furnace was replaced with a more efficient model.”

3. noun

a device used to burn incense or other substances

“The incense burner on the altar was intricately carved with symbols.”

4. verb

to burn fuel, such as gas or coal, for heat or energy

“The boiler is burning coal to generate electricity.”

5. verb

to cause something to burn, often accidentally or carelessly

“The child accidentally burned the toast while trying to make breakfast.”

6. noun

a person or thing that consumes or uses up resources, often in a wasteful or excessive way

“The company’s burner of money on unnecessary projects led to its financial downfall.”