heat rash

noun

1. prickly heat.

heat rash

noun

1. a nontechnical name for miliaria

Word History and Origins

Origin of heat rash¹

First recorded in 1885–90

Example Sentences

"You have to use sunblock, you have to cover your face and body, because it can be a bit dangerous if you get a sunburn or heat rash," said Solis.

From Salon

Hotter temperatures can lead to heatstroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, sunburn or heat rash, according to the Los Angeles County Public Health Department.

From Los Angeles Times

Wong, the cleaner, suffered from heat rash this summer despite wearing a portable fan on his belt and a cooling patch on his forehead to cope with the worst of the heat.

From Seattle Times

"I got a heat rash that wouldn't go away."

From Salon

He was drenched in sweat, worsening the heat rash on his back and arms.

From Los Angeles Times