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

This process can cause mild symptoms such as an itchy heat rash or swollen feet.

From BBC

This can cause mild symptoms such as an itchy heat rash or swollen feet, as blood vessels become leaky.

From BBC

"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