"Parch" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
The verb "to parch" means to dry out or wither, especially due to heat or drought. It can also mean to burn or scorch something, like food, over high heat. Additionally, it can be used to describe someone or something that is dried out, weakened, or exhausted, often due to lack of moisture or nourishment.
Past participle of "parcel" meaning to divide or portion out into small packages or units, especially for sending or transporting.