Definition of "Scald" :

noun: the act of burning with steam or hot water

noun: a burn cause by hot liquid or steam

verb: burn with a hot liquid or steam

"She scalded her hands when she turned on the faucet and hot water came out."

verb: heat to the boiling point

"Scald the milk."

verb: treat with boiling water

"Scald tomatoes so that they can be peeled."

verb: subject to harsh criticism