scald
Plural
scalds
1
a burn or injury caused by contact with hot liquid or steam
- The toddler suffered a scald from spilling boiling water.
- She treated the scald on her arm with cold running water.
- The nurse examined the patient's scald and applied ointment.
- The chef accidentally got a scald while draining pasta.
- He had a small scald on his hand from the coffee pot.
2
the act or process of burning or injuring with hot water or steam
- The scald of vegetables in boiling water requires caution.
- She warned him about the scald when pouring tea.
- Industrial workers must wear protective gear to avoid scald.
- Scald of the skin can occur even with brief exposure to steam.
- The chef demonstrated proper scald to prevent accidents in the kitchen.