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Definition blistering in American English

blistering adjective

adjective
/ˈblɪstərɪŋ/
1

blistering heat or temperatures are extremely hot

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2

blistering criticism is very severe

Example

Critics have launched a blistering attack on O'Halloran's latest play.

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3

used for emphasizing the force or speed with which something is done

Example

Petty drove at a blistering pace (=very fast).

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Definition blistering in American English