scald
1. [ noun ] (medicine) a burn cause by hot liquid or steam
Related terms: burn
2. [ verb ] burn with a hot liquid or steam
Examples:

"She scalded her hands when she turned on the faucet and hot water came out"

Related terms: burn
3. [ verb ] heat to the boiling point
Examples:

"scald the milk"

Related terms: heat
4. [ verb ] treat with boiling water
Examples:

"scald tomatoes so that they can be peeled"

Related terms: process
5. [ verb ] subject to harsh criticism
Synonyms: whip blister
Examples:

"The Senator blistered the administration in his speech on Friday" "the professor scaled the students" "your invectives scorched the community"

Related terms: attack
6. [ noun ] the act of burning with steam or hot water
Related terms: burn
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