sunburn
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/ˈsʌnˌbɜrn/
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/ˈsʌnˌbɜːn/
skin damage from sun
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sunburn' originates from Old English, specifically the words 'sunne' meaning 'sun' and 'bærnan' meaning 'to burn'.
Historical Evolution
'sunne' and 'bærnan' combined in Old English to form 'sunburn', which has remained largely unchanged in modern English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to burn by the sun', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
reddening and inflammation of the skin caused by overexposure to the sun's ultraviolet rays.
After a day at the beach, she had a painful sunburn.
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Last updated: 2025/05/06 11:30