Meaning of the word burner in English

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burner

US /ˈbɝː.nɚ/

UK /ˈbɝː.nɚ/

a part of a cooker or stove that produces a flame or heat to cook food

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Turn off the burner after the water boils.

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The front burner is not working.

Synonym:

hob ring element

a device that records data onto a CD or DVD

Example:

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I used a CD burner to create a backup of my files.

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My computer has a built-in DVD burner.

a disposable cell phone, often used for temporary or anonymous communication

Example:

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He bought a burner phone to avoid being traced.

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Criminals often use burner phones for their activities.

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Related Word:

Bunsen burner