1scald 
/ˈskɑ:ld/ verb
scalds; scald·ed; scald·ing /ˈskɑ:ld/ verb [+ obj] 1 : to burn (someone or something) with hot liquid or steam
▪ The steam scalded his skin. — sometimes used figuratively ▪ Tears scalded her face. 2 a : to put (something) in hot liquid or steam for a brief time
▪ Scald the tomatoes in boiling water so that you can peel them more easily.
b : to heat (a liquid) until it is very hot but not boiling
▪ scald milk
▪ The steam scalded his skin. — sometimes used figuratively ▪ Tears scalded her face.
▪ Scald the tomatoes in boiling water so that you can peel them more easily.
b : to heat (a liquid) until it is very hot but not boiling
▪ scald milk
