Definition of Scald
Scald
Scal·d


Definition/Meaning
(verb)
To burn or injure with hot liquid or steam.

e.g. The careless chef scalded his hand while pouring the boiling water.

(noun)
an injury or burn that is caused by hot liquid;

e.g. The scald on his skin was a result of the hot coffee he spilled on himself this morning.

(verb)
to heat a liquid to a temperature that is just below boiling point;

e.g. To scald milk or tea.



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