Scald (Noun)
Meaning 1
A burn cause by hot liquid or steam.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- She was rushed to the hospital after suffering a severe scald from the spilled hot coffee.
- The chef had to be careful not to get a scald from the steaming pot of water as he added the vegetables.
- After slipping in the bathtub, she got a scald on her leg from the hot water.
- The nurse carefully treated the scald on the child's hand with a cool compress and ointment.
- The hot tea spilled all over his shirt, leaving a painful scald on his chest.
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Meaning 2
The act of burning with steam or hot water.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.