scorcher

noun

scorch·​er ˈskȯr-chər How to pronounce scorcher (audio)
: one that scorches
especially : a very hot day

Examples of scorcher in a Sentence

Tomorrow is going to be a real scorcher.
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At least one region of the country is experiencing a brief reprieve from this summer scorcher. Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 1 July 2026 Cooler Like a holiday in the heart of the summer season, July Fourth can oftentimes be a scorcher. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 29 June 2026 This Juneteenth will be a scorcher as high temperatures soar into the low to mid-90s once again. Lissette Gonzalez, CBS News, 19 June 2026 Chunky sandals ground the look and keep you prepared to take on a scorcher in style. India Roby, Glamour, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for scorcher

Word History

First Known Use

1733, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of scorcher was in 1733

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“Scorcher.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/scorcher. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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scorcher

noun
scorch·​er ˈskȯr-chər How to pronounce scorcher (audio)
: someone or something that scorches
especially : a very hot day
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