Meaning of the word sweat in English

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sweat

US /swet/

UK /swet/

moisture exuded through the pores of the skin, typically in profuse quantities as a reaction to heat, physical exertion, fever, or fear

Example:

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Sweat dripped down his face after the intense workout.

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She wiped the sweat from her brow.

Synonym:

perspiration

exude moisture through the pores of the skin

Example:

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He started to sweat profusely during the marathon.

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The room was so hot that everyone was sweating.

Synonym:

perspire

work hard and long

Example:

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They had to sweat for months to finish the project on time.

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You'll really have to sweat if you want to pass this exam.

Synonym:

toil drudge labor slave

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Related Word:

sweats sweat gland