sunstroke
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/ˈsʌnˌstroʊk/
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/ˈsʌn.strəʊk/
heat illness from sun
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sunstroke' originates from English, combining 'sun' and 'stroke', where 'sun' refers to the solar body and 'stroke' implies a sudden attack or blow.
Historical Evolution
'sunstroke' has remained relatively unchanged in its form and meaning since its inception in the English language.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a sudden attack caused by the sun', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a condition caused by prolonged exposure to the sun, leading to overheating of the body.
After spending hours on the beach without a hat, he suffered from sunstroke.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/03/16 11:36