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Sunstroke: meaning, definitions and examples

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sunstroke

 

[ ˈsʌnˌstroʊk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical condition

Sunstroke, also known as heat stroke, is a severe form of heat illness that occurs when the body overheats, often as a result of prolonged exposure to or physical exertion in high temperatures. This condition can cause symptoms such as confusion, seizures, loss of consciousness, and even death if not treated promptly. Sunstroke requires immediate medical attention and often involves cooling the body down and rehydration. It is crucial to avoid excessive sun exposure and to stay hydrated during hot weather to prevent sunstroke.

Synonyms

heat prostration, heat stroke, hyperthermia

Examples of usage

  • He collapsed from sunstroke during the hike.
  • Symptoms of sunstroke include a high fever.
  • Sunstroke can be life-threatening if untreated.

Translations

Translations of the word "sunstroke" in other languages:

🇵🇹 insolação

🇮🇳 सूर्याघात

🇩🇪 Sonnenstich

🇮🇩 sinar matahari

🇺🇦 сонячний удар

🇵🇱 udar słoneczny

🇯🇵 日射病

🇫🇷 coup de chaleur

🇪🇸 insolación

🇹🇷 güneş çarpması

🇰🇷 열사병

🇸🇦 ضربة شمس

🇨🇿 úpal

🇸🇰 úpal

🇨🇳 中暑

🇸🇮 sončna kap

🇮🇸 sólbrenna

🇰🇿 күн соғуы

🇬🇪 მზე მოტყუება

🇦🇿 günvurma

🇲🇽 golpe de calor

Etymology

The term 'sunstroke' dates back to the late 19th century, deriving from the combination of 'sun' and 'stroke', the latter of which is used in various medical terms to denote a sudden or severe attack. The word 'sun' illustrates the cause of the illness, while 'stroke' refers to the medical implications of a sudden onset of symptoms. As the understanding of heat-related illnesses evolved, the term became more widely used in medical literature, although it is often considered synonymous with 'heat stroke', which encompasses a broader range of heat-related complications. Despite its somewhat dated connotation in modern medical terminology, sunstroke remains a recognizable term particularly in contexts related to outdoor activities and preventive health measures.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,029 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.