Definition of parched

parchedadjective

khô

/pɑːtʃt//pɑːrtʃt/

"Parched" comes from the Old English word "þyrstan," meaning "to thirst." It's a cousin of the Dutch "dorst" and German "Durst," all stemming from a Proto-Germanic root. The "p" prefix was added later, likely around the 14th century, possibly influenced by words like "parch" and "parchment," all reflecting the dryness associated with thirst. So, the word "parched" has a long history tied to the basic human experience of thirst and the need for moisture.

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very dry, especially because the weather is hot

rất khô, đặc biệt là vì thời tiết nóng

Example:
  • dry parched land

    đất khô cằn

  • soil parched by drought

    đất khô cằn do hạn hán

  • She licked her parched lips.

    Cô liếm đôi môi khô khốc của mình.

very thirsty

rất khát

Example:
  • Let's get a drink—I'm parched.

    Hãy đi uống nước đi - tôi khát quá.

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