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brûlure

burn

noun broo-LYOOR Rare

Also means

burning sensation

Usage Note

Brûlure is feminine (une brûlure) and refers to the injury caused by fire, heat, or a chemical. Brûlures d'estomac is the standard phrase for heartburn (literally 'stomach burns'). The first-degree to third-degree scale (brûlure au premier degré, etc.) is used the same way as in English medical contexts.

Examples

"Elle a une brûlure sur la main."

Natural Translation

She has a burn on her hand.

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