Definition of blistering

blisteringadjective

phồng rộp

/ˈblɪstərɪŋ//ˈblɪstərɪŋ/

"Blistering" originates from the Old English word "blīstre," meaning "a bubble." This likely refers to the way blisters form, with a fluid-filled bubble appearing on the skin. The word then evolved to describe something intensely hot or severe, reflecting the painful sensation of a blister. This connection between heat and blisters is supported by the related word "blistering" in the sense of "burning." Ultimately, "blistering" reflects the powerful imagery of a bubble, heat, and pain.

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(describing actions in sport) done very fast or with great energy

(mô tả hành động trong thể thao) được thực hiện rất nhanh hoặc với nhiều năng lượng

Example:
  • The runners set off at a blistering pace.

    Các vận động viên khởi hành với tốc độ chóng mặt.

extremely hot in a way that is uncomfortable

cực kỳ nóng một cách khó chịu

Example:
  • a blistering July day

    một ngày tháng bảy rực rỡ

  • blistering heat

    nhiệt độ phồng rộp

Related words and phrases

very critical

rất quan trọng

Example:
  • a blistering attack

    một cuộc tấn công phồng rộp

Related words and phrases

Idioms

have/want none of something
to refuse to accept something
  • I offered to pay but he was having none of it.
  • They pretended to be enthusiastic about my work but then suddenly decided they wanted none of it.
    • none but
    (literary)only
  • None but he knew the truth.
    • none the less
    despite this fact
    none other than
    used to emphasize who or what somebody/something is, when this is surprising
  • Her first customer was none other than Mrs Obama.