scalding water
nounUK /ˈskɔːldɪŋ ˈwɔːtə/
US /ˈskɔːldɪŋ ˈwɔːtər/
Water that is so hot it can hurt you.
Be careful with the scalding water from the kettle.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Water heated to the point of giving off steam.
Scalding water rose from the pot on the stove.
3. Water used for cleaning or sterilizing at very high heat.
The dishes were rinsed in scalding water.
4. A hot liquid that can cause a burn on skin.
He pulled his hand back from the scalding water.