prickly heat

/ˌprɪk(ə)li hit/
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Definitions of prickly heat
  1. noun
    obstruction of the sweat ducts during high heat and humidity
    synonyms: heat rash, miliaria
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    type of:
    efflorescence, rash, roseola, skin rash
    any red eruption of the skin
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