burn the roof

1.
USUKGlobalneutral
- To scald or burn the palate (the roof of the mouth) by consuming food or drink that is too hot.
2.
USUKGlobalneutralinformal
- To set fire to the roof of a building; to burn down a structure by igniting its roof.
- Figuratively, to destroy or deprive someone of shelter or security by means of arson or deliberate damage.

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