Burns, e.g.

POET

Think of a Scottish writer known for works like "Auld Lang Syne" or "Tam o' Shanter," not just fiery injuries.

This clue uses "Burns" as a reference to the famous Scottish poet Robert Burns, not the verb meaning to scorch. The "e.g." signals that "Burns" is an example of the answer, which is a general term for someone who writes poetry. So instead of thinking about fire or injuries, you’re being pointed toward the literary world—specifically, the word for a verse-writer.