Meaning 1neutral · 86%
Burn the surface or edge of something slightly without burning it completely.
Natural examples
A sudden spark singed his jacket sleeve.
Careful: the flame could singe your hair.
She had singed the fabric with an iron.
Usage note
A singe is superficial; scorch may suggest more extensive damage. The -ing form is singeing.
Useful combinations
singe the hair — slightly burn the ends of hair — lightly burn the outer margins