Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
queimadura
noun
keh-ee-mah-doo-rah
Definition
Queimadura is a Portuguese word that refers to a burn injury to the skin or other tissue caused by heat, radiation, chemicals, or electricity.
Examples
- Ela teve uma queimadura leve ao cozinhar.
- A queimadura de sol pode ser dolorosa.
Meaning
In English, ‘queimadura’ translates to ‘burn.’ It describes any type of damage to the skin as a result of exposure to extreme temperatures or harmful substances.
Synonyms
- ardência
- lesão
- ferida