heat rash

noun

: prickly heat

Examples of heat rash in a Sentence

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Her lipstick, her sneakers, and yes, her heat rash-inducing sweaters. — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 11 Apr. 2026 In contrast, heat rash (miliaria) occurs when sweat glands are blocked, trapping sweat in the skin. — Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 5 May 2025 Heat cramps and heat rash can be treated by staying indoors and getting hydrated. — Brandi D. Addison, jsonline.com, 3 Oct. 2025 People may experience a sunburn, a heat rash or heat cramps, with signs including muscle pain and spasms. — Mary Kekatos, ABC News, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for heat rash

Word History

First Known Use

1887, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of heat rash was in 1887

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“Heat rash.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heat%20rash. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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heat rash

noun
: prickly heat

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heat rash

noun
: prickly heat
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