The word "burn" can refer to several different things depending on the context:
1. Physical Damage: To cause damage to something by heat, as in burning wood or a fire. For example, "The forest burned down in the wildfire."
2. Injury: To cause pain or damage to the skin or tissues by heat, as in a burn injury. For example, "He received a severe burn on his hand."
3. Emotional or Mental: To cause emotional or mental distress. For example, "The criticism burned her deeply."
4. To Burn Calories: In the context of exercise or diet, to burn calories means to use energy that results in weight loss or maintenance. For example, "Running helps burn calories."
5. To Burn (as in a firework): To ignite a firework or other explosive device. For example, "The fireworks burned with a spectacular display."
6. To Burn Out: To become exhausted, especially from overwork or stress. For example, "She burned out after working 60-hour weeks for months."
7. To Burn Down: To be completely destroyed by fire. For example, "The old house burned down last night."
8. To Burn (as in a chemical reaction): To undergo a chemical reaction that produces heat. For example, "The fuel burns efficiently."
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