tär

Definitions

1. noun

a line or stroke of a pen or a piece of graphite used for drawing

“The artist used a range of char marks to create texture in the painting.”

2. verb

to burn or scorch something, especially by a fire

“The wood was charred by the intense flames.”

3. verb

to mark or score (something) lightly, typically with a pen or pencil

“The teacher charred the student’s paper with a light pencil mark.”

4. verb

to preserve (fish or meat) by exposing it to smoke or heat

“The chef charred the salmon to perfection.”

5. noun

a type of carbon residue, especially one that is black and brittle

“The archaeologist studied the char remains to learn more about ancient cultures.”