noun a burn or injury caused by hot liquid or steam
adjective causing a burning sensation; very hot
In cooking, scalding refers to heating a liquid to just below boiling point, often used in recipes for custards, creams, and sauces.
In a medical context, scalding refers to a burn caused by hot liquid or steam.
In industrial settings, scalding may refer to a process of using hot water or steam for cleaning or sterilization purposes.
In animal care, scalding may refer to a process of dipping poultry in hot water to facilitate feather removal during processing.
In literature, 'scalding' can be used to describe intense emotional or psychological pain experienced by a character.
In psychology, 'scalding' can be used to describe the intense emotional distress experienced by a patient.
In culinary arts, 'scalding' refers to the process of briefly immersing food in boiling water or steam.
In plumbing, 'scalding' can refer to water that is heated to a temperature that can cause burns.
In manufacturing, 'scalding' can refer to a process of treating materials with high temperature to achieve a desired result.