Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for Parch (-ing)
parch (-ing), v. [Origin obscure.] (webplay: burn, dry, thirst).
- Experience thirst; desire water; be extremely dry; lack refreshment; desperately require drink; be feverish.
- Scorch; burn; dry; wither in the intense heat of the sun.
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