scald

(noun) a burn cause by hot liquid or steam.

(noun) the act of burning with steam or hot water.

(verb) subject to harsh criticism. Synonyms: blister, whip. Examples: "The senator blistered the administration in his speech on friday." "The professor scaled the students." "Your invectives scorched the community."

(verb) treat with boiling water. Example: "Scald tomatoes so that they can be peeled."

(verb) heat to the boiling point. Example: "Scald the milk."

(verb) burn with a hot liquid or steam. Example: "She scalded her hands when she turned on the faucet and hot water came out."