Prickly Heat

B1 8+

Pronunciation: /ˈprɪkli hit/

Definitions of prickly heat

noun a skin condition characterized by red, itchy bumps caused by blocked sweat ducts

Example Sentences

A1 I got prickly heat from staying out in the sun too long.

A2 Prickly heat can be quite uncomfortable, especially in hot weather.

B1 Applying aloe vera gel can help soothe prickly heat and reduce inflammation.

B2 It is important to wear loose clothing to prevent prickly heat during the summer months.

C1 Some people are more prone to developing prickly heat due to their skin type and sweat glands.

C2 Dermatologists recommend using a mild exfoliating scrub to prevent prickly heat and keep the skin smooth.

adjective describing the heat as prickly or uncomfortable

Example Sentences

A1 I have prickly heat from being out in the sun too long.

A2 She developed prickly heat after spending the day at the beach.

B1 Wearing loose clothing can help prevent prickly heat in hot weather.

B2 The doctor recommended a cooling lotion for treating prickly heat.

C1 His prickly heat rash was causing discomfort and irritation.

C2 The prickly heat on her skin was a result of a reaction to the heat and humidity.

Examples of prickly heat in a Sentence

formal Prickly heat, also known as miliaria, is a skin condition characterized by small red bumps and intense itching.

informal I hate going out in the sun because I always end up with prickly heat on my arms.

slang My back is covered in prickly heat from sweating so much during the hike.

figurative The tension in the room was like prickly heat, making everyone uncomfortable.

Grammatical Forms of prickly heat

past tense

prickly heated

plural

prickly heats

comparative

more prickly heat

superlative

most prickly heat

present tense

prickly heats

future tense

will prickly heat

perfect tense

has prickly heated

continuous tense

is prickly heating

singular

prickly heat

positive degree

prickly heat

infinitive

to prickly heat

gerund

prickly heating

participle

prickly heated

Origin and Evolution of prickly heat

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The term 'prickly heat' originated from the sensation of heat and prickling experienced on the skin due to sweat trapped in sweat ducts.
Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe the skin condition caused by sweat trapped in sweat ducts, 'prickly heat' has evolved to also refer to a heat rash or miliaria, a common skin condition in hot and humid climates.