burn

¹burn

verb \ˈbərn\

burned \ˈbərnd, ˈbərnt\ or burnt \ˈbərnt\ burn·ing

Definition of BURN

intransitive verb

1

: to produce or undergo discomfort or pain <iodine burns so> <ears burning from the cold>

2

: to receive sunburn <she burns easily>

transitive verb

: to injure or damage by exposure to fire, heat, or radiation <burned his hand>