chare

noun

ˈcher How to pronounce chare (audio)
variants or char
ˈchär How to pronounce chare (audio)
Synonyms of charenext
: chore

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However, that chare claims these investors were purchasing original issue shares directly from the company, and investor interests were diluted as a result. — Mark Faithfull, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025 Grilled Corn and Avocado Salad with Feta Dressing This recipe is perfect for tailgating with a grill, because the corn, scallions and jalapeno all benefit from a quick char to give them a depth of flavor. — Nick Siano, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Jan. 2025 There is a slight savory note of marine air and an old campfire’s cold smoke and char. — Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 16 Jan. 2025 Still, insurers have become aggressive in rejecting certain claims, especially for partial damage in which smoke, ash and char may have been contributing factors, Bach said. — Rob Wile, NBC News, 11 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for chare

Word History

Etymology

Middle English char turn, piece of work, from Old English cierr; akin to Old English cierran to turn

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of chare was before the 12th century

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