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scalding

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Adj — Hot enough to burn the skin.

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Etymology

From the verb "scald," ultimately tracing back to Latin excaldāre, "to bathe in hot water," from ex- + caldus, "hot."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “scalding” mean?

The word “scalding” means hot enough to burn the skin. In plain terms, describes something painfully hot, or a review/criticism that is unusually harsh.

How do you use “scalding” in a sentence?

Here is “scalding” used in a sentence: “Be careful — the soup is scalding hot.”

What part of speech is “scalding”?

Depending on how it is used, “scalding” can be an adjective and a noun.

Where does the word “scalding” come from?

The word “scalding” comes from Latin. From the verb "scald," ultimately tracing back to Latin excaldāre, "to bathe in hot water," from ex- + caldus, "hot.".

How many meanings does “scalding” have?

“Scalding” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: hot enough to burn the skin.

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