Sweat: meaning, definitions and examples

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sweat

[ swɛt ]

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physical activity

A clear, salty liquid secreted by glands in the skin, especially when one is hot or has been exercising.

Synonyms

droplets, moisture, perspiration

Examples of usage

I was covered in sweat after my workout.
She wiped the sweat from her forehead with a towel.

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exertion

To excrete perspiration through the pores in the skin, typically as a result of heat or physical exertion.

Synonyms

beads, exude, perspire

Examples of usage

She sweated profusely during her intense workout.
The athletes were sweating heavily after the game.

Translations

Translations of the word "sweat" in other languages:

🇵🇹 suor

🇮🇳 पसीना

🇩🇪 Schweiß

🇮🇩 keringat

🇺🇦 піт

🇵🇱 pot

🇯🇵 汗

🇫🇷 sueur

🇪🇸 sudor

🇹🇷 ter

🇰🇷 땀

🇸🇦 عرق

🇨🇿 pot

🇸🇰 pot

🇨🇳 汗

🇸🇮 znoj

🇮🇸 sviti

🇰🇿 тер

🇬🇪 ოფლი

🇦🇿 tər

🇲🇽 sudor

Word origin

The word 'sweat' originated from the Old English 'swat', which means 'sweat'. The concept of sweating has been a natural human phenomenon since ancient times, used to cool the body and eliminate toxins. Throughout history, sweating has been associated with physical exertion, heat, and even emotional stress.