burning meaning and definition

BURNING noun

Definition of burning (noun)

1. the act of burning something
   • "the burning of leaves was prohibited by a town ordinance"
   • synonyms: combustion
2. pain that feels hot as if it were on fire
   • synonyms: burn
3. a process in which a substance reacts with oxygen to give heat and light
   • synonyms: combustion
4. execution by electricity
   • synonyms: electrocution
5. execution by fire
   • synonyms: burning at the stake
6. a form of torture in which cigarettes or cigars or other hot implements are used to burn the victim's skin

BURNING adjective

Definition of burning (adjective)

1. of immediate import
   • "burning issues of the day"