perspiratory
Americanadjective
adjective
Etymology
Origin of perspiratory
First recorded in 1715–25; perspirat(ion) + -ory 1
Example Sentences
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But the City Beautiful might have another claim to fame that’s more perspiratory than aspirational.
From Seattle Times • Jul. 20, 2022
By the turn of the century, the sweater, though still considered sportsman’s garb, had lost its perspiratory function and become a more standard jacket substitute.
From Slate • Feb. 10, 2012
"It's perspiratory and sweltering," said AccuWeather.com meteorologist Elliot Abrams.
From Reuters • Jun. 7, 2011
What is peculiar in the opening of the perspiratory tubes on the surface of the cuticle?
From A Treatise on Anatomy, Physiology, and Hygiene (Revised Edition) by Cutter, Calvin
What influences modify the action of the oil and perspiratory glands?
From A Treatise on Anatomy, Physiology, and Hygiene (Revised Edition) by Cutter, Calvin
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