burning
adjectiveUK /ˈbɜːnɪŋ/
US /ˈbɜːrnɪŋ/
Something that is burning is on fire or very hot.
The burning candle lit up the dark room.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Feeling very strong and intense, like a strong wish or feeling.
She had a burning wish to see the ocean.
3. Feeling very hot and painful.
He had a burning feeling in his throat.
4. A mark or injury made by something hot.
The burning on his hand slowly healed.