burn (something) up

Related to word: burn

Phrasal Verb

Definition

  1. B2

    to completely destroy something using fire or heat, or for something to be entirely consumed by fire or heat.

    • The flames from the fire completely burned up the old house.

    • If you're not careful, this project could burn up the entire budget.

    • She accidentally burned up some important documents while incinerating the old files.