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      scalds
      noun
      the act of burning with steam or hot water
      a burn cause by hot liquid or steam
      verb
      burn with a hot liquid or steam
      heat to the boiling point
      treat with boiling water
      subject to harsh criticism
      Roots
      calidusscald- · Latin · hot
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