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Sweating - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Sweating is the process of releasing moisture through the skin’s pores, typically in response to heat, exercise, or stress. It helps regulate body temperature and cool the body down.

sweating

/ˈswɛtɪŋ/ /ˈswɛtɪŋ/

Definition:

The process of producing moisture through pores in the skin, typically due to heat or exertion.

Synonyms:

perspiring, exuding, secreting

Part of Speech:

noun, verb (gerund/present participle)

Antonyms:

drying, freezing

Common Collocations:

heavy sweating, excessive sweating, sweating profusely, sweating bullets, night sweats

Derivatives:

sweaty, sweatiness

Usage Tips:

Use "sweating" to describe the act of perspiring or as a metaphor for nervousness or hard work.

Common Phrases:

sweating bullets, break a sweat, no sweat

Etymology:

From Old English "swǣtan," meaning to perspire or labor; related to Dutch "zweten" and German "schwitzen."

Examples:

  • 1. She was sweating after her morning run.
  • 2. The doctor said excessive sweating could be a sign of fever.
  • 3. He’s sweating over the final exam tomorrow.
  • 4. The athletes were sweating under the hot sun.

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