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Rash: meaning, definitions and examples

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rash

 

[ ræʃ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

skin condition

A rash is a temporary eruption or discoloration of the skin.

Synonyms

skin eruption, skin irritation

Examples of usage

  • He developed a rash after eating strawberries.
  • The baby had a rash on her cheeks.
Context #2 | Noun

hasty or reckless action

A rash can also refer to an impulsive or reckless act.

Synonyms

impulsive, reckless

Examples of usage

  • She made a rash decision without thinking it through.
  • His rash behavior often led to trouble.
Context #3 | Verb

move quickly

To rash means to move quickly or with great speed.

Synonyms

dash, speed

Examples of usage

  • The horse rashed across the field.
  • She rashed through the crowd to catch the bus.

Translations

Translations of the word "rash" in other languages:

🇵🇹 erupção cutânea

🇮🇳 दाने

🇩🇪 Ausschlag

🇮🇩 ruam

🇺🇦 висип

🇵🇱 wysypka

🇯🇵 発疹

🇫🇷 éruption cutanée

🇪🇸 erupción

🇹🇷 döküntü

🇰🇷 발진

🇸🇦 طفح جلدي

🇨🇿 vyrážka

🇸🇰 vyrážka

🇨🇳 皮疹

🇸🇮 izpuščaj

🇮🇸 útbrot

🇰🇿 бөртпе

🇬🇪 ექსანო

🇦🇿 döküntü

🇲🇽 erupción

Etymology

The word 'rash' originated from the Middle English 'rasch' which means 'hastily done'. It has evolved over time to encompass meanings related to skin conditions, impulsive actions, and speedy movements.

See also: rashly, rashness.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,822 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.