Scorch/skɔːrtʃ/ Definition 1 of 4Pro Tip 1/3Intensity Matters The strength of heat changes how much something is scorched, from slight to severe damage. Be careful or you'll scorch the toast beyond edibility. Pro Tip 2/3Not Always Intentional Scorching can happen accidentally, often implying carelessness or a mishap. I got distracted and scorched the pie crust. Pro Tip 3/3Physical Marks Scorching usually leaves a visible, often permanent, mark or discoloration. The scorch marks on the fabric were impossible to remove.