to (cause to) change colour with dry heat, or to burn slightly

The iron was too hot and he scorched the shirt. 熨斗太烫了，他把衬衫烫焦了。

The surrounding buildings were scorched by the heat of the explosion. 周围建筑被爆炸产生的高温熏得变色了。

(especially of motorcycles and cars) to travel or be driven very fast

The sports car scorched past and disappeared into the distance. 跑车疾驶而过，消失在远方。