sweat — moisture that comes out through the skin when hot or nervous
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: moisture that comes out through the skin when hot or nervous
Pronunciation (IPA): /swet/
Example Sentences
- His palms were sweaty before the big presentation.
- Don't sweat it - the test was easier than expected!
- My gym clothes are soaked in sweat after that workout.
sweat
NOUN[/swet/]
moisture that comes out through the skin when hot or nervous
After sprinting up the hill, he wipes the sweat pouring down his face.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old English 'swætan', which traces back to the common Germanic ancestor. It is one of the oldest words in English denoting a fundamental human physiological process.
Breakdown
Old English 'swætan' (to perspire, to exude moisture) evolved into Middle English and then Modern English 'sweat'. The root is Proto-Germanic 'swaitanan', related to perspiration and moisture secretion.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His palms were sweaty before the big presentation.”
“Don't sweat it - the test was easier than expected!”
“My gym clothes are soaked in sweat after that workout.”
“He broke into a cold sweat when he realized he forgot his wallet on a date.”
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