scalding

Definition

  • adjective: very hot
  • adjective: hot enough to 'scald'

Examples

  • a 'scalding' [='scathing'] review of the book

  • The men worked in the 'scalding' sun.

  • a 'scalding' bowl of soup

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Timberjack. This gigantic creature has razor-sharp wings that can slice through full-grown trees. Extremely dangerous. Kill on sight. Scauldron. Sprays scalding water at its victim. Extremely dangerous. Changewing. Even newly hatched dragons can spray acid. Kill on sight. Chokes its victims. (..)
    2010 How to Train Your Dragon