Dictionary Check: scald
"scald" is a valid word!
Scrabble
8
points
Words with Friends
10
points
Definition
noun
a burn cause by hot liquid or steam
noun
the act of burning with steam or hot water
verb
subject to harsh criticism
Example:
"The Senator blistered the administration in his speech on Friday"
verb
treat with boiling water
Example:
"scald tomatoes so that they can be peeled"
verb
heat to the boiling point
Example:
"scald the milk"
verb
burn with a hot liquid or steam
Example:
"She scalded her hands when she turned on the faucet and hot water came out"
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