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heat prostration

 

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Noun heat prostration has 1 sense
  1. heat exhaustion, heat prostration, prostration - a condition marked by dizziness and nausea and weakness caused by depletion of body fluids and electrolytes
    --1 is a kind of heatstroke, heat hyperpyrexia

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Heat Prostration

Description:

Heat prostration refers to a condition characterized by extreme exhaustion and physical distress resulting from prolonged exposure to high temperatures. It typically occurs due to the body's inability to regulate its temperature effectively, leading to dehydration and heatstroke.

Sample sentences:

  • The marathon runner collapsed due to heat prostration after running for hours under scorching sun.
  • People suffering from heat prostration often experience symptoms like dizziness, headache, and nausea.
  • It is essential to stay hydrated and take frequent breaks to prevent heat prostration during hot summer days.

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